Spencer Abraham
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A biography is presented of former Michican senator, Spencer Abraham, who became secretary of the US Department of Energy in January 2001. Lebanese-born Abraham, who was Vice President Dan Quayle's deputy chief of staff in 1990-1, has been an active conservative in the Republican Party since the 1980s.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2001
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Connerly, Ward
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A biography of the chairman of the American Civil Rights Institute Ward Connerly is presented. Particular importance is given to his career achievements, his family life and his education. It is emphasized that Connerly militates against affirmative action in the United States.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2000
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David Trimble
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David Trimble has worked to bring peace to Northern Ireland and, with John Hume, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998. He is the First Minister of Northern Ireland and leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2000
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