Lieberman Voucher Record Attracts Attention

By Joetta L. Sack

Washington

Sen. Joseph I. Lieberman's support for school voucher experiments and restructured education programs has raised some qualms among teachers' union officials who otherwise strongly support his selection as the Democratic nominee for vice president.

His conservative fans, meanwhile, are wondering whether Mr. Lieberman's record means they would have an ally in the White House if the Connecticut senator and the party's presidential nominee, Vice President Al Gore, are elected in November.

Observers from both camps are waiting to see if Mr. Lieberman's presence in the race helps inspire a more interesting debate this fall and beyond on...