Posted on 11/12/2007 9:02:04 PM PST by SmithL
University of California Regent John Moores, a frequent critic of his fellow board members, has resigned from the panel, the university announced today.
Moores, a San Diego resident and chairman of the San Diego Padres baseball team, was appointed to the board by Gov. Gray Davis in 1999. His resignation is effective immediately, and no reason for his decision was immediately available.
Following the departure of former Regent Ward Connerly in 2005, Moores became the main voice of dissent on many issues. He often showed exasperation during debates and votes.
Moores, like Connerly, opposed affirmative action in college admissions. In 2003, Moores said students with low SAT scores "don't have any business going to Berkeley," bringing criticism from affirmative-action supporters.
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