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Wyche Fowler discusses his childhood in Atlanta and his early career in the Army. Fowler discusses serving as Charlie Weltner's Chief of Staff. He recalls when Charles Weltner resigned beacuse he did not support Lester Maddox as a Democratic nominee for governor. Fowler recalls attending the London School of Economics before returning to American to attend Emory Law School with the help of Dean Ben Johnson. Fowler recalls working as the "Night Mayor" under Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen and subsequently running for alderman. He discusses his campaign's financial backing, his advertising tactics, and the help of his friend Manuel Malouf. Fowler discusses his work regarding the placement of a MARTA station in Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Fowler explains how his interest in public policy sparked his drive to run for Congress. He recalls his work on the Ways and Means Committee, the Foreign Affairs Committee, and the Intelligence Committee. Fowler discusses his input to the Boland Amendment, legislation aimed at limiting U.S. assistance to the Contras in Nicaragua. Fowler recalls his run for Senate, including Tom Murphy's influence on the campaign. Upon being elected, Fowler recalls getting on the Senate Appropriations Committee and defending the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities. Fowler discusses his appointment to the position of Ambassador to Saudi Arabia by President Bill Clinton. He recalls how his committee experience influenced his impression of Saudi Arabia. Fowler describes his relationship with King Fahd and the established system of government. He weighs in on the war on terror and...

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Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies

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Digital Library of Georgia