Paul Weyrich

Paul Weyrich was a conservative political activist and founder of influential organizations like the Heritage Foundation and the Moral Majority. He played a key role in shaping the modern conservative movement in the United States, particularly advocating for traditional values, religious influence in politics, and limited government. Weyrich’s efforts helped mobilize religious conservatives during the 1970s and 1980s, making them a significant force in American politics and elections. His work contributed to the rise of the Christian right as a powerful political community.