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Frank R. Wallace | |
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| Born | Wallace Ward 1932 |
| Died | January 26, 2006 Henderson, Nevada |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Iowa (doctorate) |
| Organization | Integrated Management Associates |
| Known for | Social and political writer, philosopher, mail-order entrepreneur |
| Movement | Neo-Tech |
Frank R. Wallace (1932 – January 26, 2006), born Wallace Ward, was an American writer, publisher and mail-order magnate.[1] Previously a professional poker player, he is originator of the philosophy of Neo-Tech (also referred to as "Neotech" or "Neothink") an offshoot of Ayn Rand's Objectivism.[2] He was convicted of various federal tax crimes in the 1990s. During his trials, he challenged the oath he was required to take before testifying which became the case United States v. Ward in which the Appeals Court upheld his right to recite an alternate oath.
- ^ Daily News of Los Angeles (August 20, 1992). "Tax-Evasion Conviction Reversed"; accessed February 13, 2014.
- ^ Austen, Jake (2003). A Friendly Game of Poker: 52 Takes on the Neighborhood Game. Chicago Review Press, Incorporated. ISBN 9781556525124. Retrieved 20 June 2015.