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Paul Weyrich, Conservative pundit and founder of the Free Congress Foundation

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Conservative pundit and founder of the Free Congress Foundation, Paul Michael Weyrich, supported the Ronald Reagan administration's aggressive stance against the Soviet Union, but were critical of Reagan's unwillingness to vigorously address social issues like abortion. He has remained a driving force in Washington who has criticized the administration of President George W. Bush in areas pertaining to civil liberties.

Author: Exum, Kaitlen J.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
Politicians, Weyrich, Paul

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James Cromwell

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James Cromwell, the Hollywood actor is best known for his work in movie Babe (1995) that also won him an Academy Award nomination for best supporting actor. His memorable roles include those in the television series All in the Family and in the film series Revenge of the Nerds.

Author: Exum, Kaitlen J.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
Motion picture actors and actresses, Movie actors, Cromwell, James

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Jim Langevin

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Jim Langevin, a US representative from Rhode Island became quadriplegic due to an accident during his teenage days. Langevin became the first quadriplegic to serve in Congress with his election to the U.S. House of Representatives in the year 2000.

Author: Exum, Kaitlen J.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
Public officers, Government officials, Langevin, Jim

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Subjects list: Biography, Personality profile
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