The regents sit on the governing board for the state's 10 public universities headed by Chancellor Adam Herbert. He wanted to get a better sense of Bush's beliefs. Corbin believes Bush's plan will help all poor people, not just black people. That's what I think this governor is trying to do. So not only can doctor's kids get into a university, but others in Gretna and Jasper and Live Oak, those who never dreamed their kids would go to college.
Education is the only out.
Corbin grew up poor himself in Tallahassee. His father, a World War I veteran, worked at a crate factory. His mother never worked outside the home, but took in white people's washing and ironing. Corbin has remained close to his seven brothers and sisters. Four are still alive, and several live in the area.