The answer to the crossword is PEROT. Ross Perot was an American businessman and politician who founded the Reform Party in 1995. He ran for President of the United States in 1992 and 1996, and was a major third-party candidate in both elections. Perot was known for his strong stance on fiscal responsibility and government reform. He was also an advocate for veterans' rights and was a vocal critic of the North American Free Trade Agreement.