Dr. James Leininger has also been involved with the founding of different companies and is a very wealthy man. Forbes values his wealth at $1.1 billion. Aside from being a very successful entrepreneur, Leininger is also well connected in the Texas political scene. He holds certain views and politics are a natural way for these viewpoints to be realized.
He is not a politician but is a known funder of politicians and is a member of the Republican Party. He is known for his connections with leading Republican presidential aspirant Rick Perry and was one of those who provided the financial muscle to help Perry win the Texas governorship in 1998.
Leininger is viewed by some as a right wing radical. Those who share his view certainly welcome the financial resources he brings to the table. His view on parents having the right to choose which school to send to their children to is worth considering, and he has also put his own money to support this view by sponsoring less fortunate children to attend better schools.
He also founded the conservative research group The Texas Public Policy Foundation.
He is a very successful businessman. While others who become very wealthy spend a life of leisure and enjoyment Leininger cares and is taking actions to see that his views get implemented. You may agree with his views and actions or you may not. One thing for sure, he’s one guy who is putting his money where his mouth is.