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Phi Delta Kappan, 1996
Although Virginia's Governor Lowell Weicker comes from a privileged background, he has drawn himself close to the people. A liberal Republican with some strong conservative values, Weicker believes privilege means sacrifice in terms of time commitment and tax effort. Weicker has spearheaded legislation to benefit learning-disabled and economically…
Descriptors: Altruism, Child Advocacy, Conservatism, Disabilities