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Tom Wappel
Thomas William "Tom" Wappel (born February 9, 1950) is a Canadian politician. He was a Liberal member of the House of Commons from 1988 to 2008, representing the Toronto riding of Scarborough West and its successor riding of Scarborough Southwest. He did not seek re-election in the 2008 general election.
Wappel is a staunch social conservative. He is a prominent opponent of abortion and gay rights, and has made controversial comments on immigration and the role of religion in government. He opposes the death penalty, and describes himself as holding liberal views on economic issues.〔(Tom Wappel, "Being a Christian in politics" ), ''Theological Digest & Outlook'', March 2000.〕 In 1998, he was awarded the Joseph P. Borowski Award.〔"MP Tom Wappel to announce his retirement today" (release ), ''Canada NewsWire'', 23 March 2007, 12:35.〕 He is separated, with five children.
==Early life and career==
Wappel was born in Toronto, to Hungarian parents. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto (1971), and a Bachelor of Laws from Queen's University (1974). He was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1976, and worked in civil litigation and corporate law and taught classes in negotiation. Wappel is a member of the Knights of Columbus.〔(Tom Wappel, official curriculum vitae ).〕
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