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From those to whom privilege and opportunity are given, we have the right to expect much.

John Vasconcellos

From those to whom privilege and opportunity are given, we have the right to expect much.

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About John Vasconcellos

John Bernard Vasconcellos Jr. (May 11, 1932 – May 24, 2014) was an American politician from California and member of the Democratic Party. He represented Silicon Valley as a member of the California State Assembly for 30 years and a California State Senator for 8 years. His lifelong interest in psychology led to his advocacy of the self-esteem movement in California politics.