Andrew Schlafly
Lawyer and founder of Conservapedia
Born in 1961, an American lawyer and activist established Conservapedia, an online encyclopedia that promotes conservative viewpoints. The website was launched in 2006 as an alternative to Wikipedia, emphasizing interpretations of topics from a conservative perspective. Contributions included revisions of entries relating to politics, science, and history, framed to align with conservative beliefs. In addition to legal practice, engagement in various political and social issues occurred over the years. Through Conservapedia, various debates regarding education, history, and scientific discourse in America were highlighted.
Founded Conservapedia in 2006
Promoted conservative views in online discourse
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