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Jenna Knox (married to Izaah) is another great leader to interview. She and Jackie Norris (married to John Norris) serve on the Des Moines School Board. Two strong women.

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Thank you for introducing us to Izaah and Daniel--two very impressive, knowledgeable, and well spoken young men--"meeting" them through your piece restored a sizeable piece of my faith in humanity, and in our future.

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Thank you for taking time to highlight MLk Day. Seeing a variety of participants gives much hope for the future. I miss the fact that I am no longer able to physically work for the kinds of things this group is doing.

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This is what growing leadership looks like. Senator Isaah Knox is among the best at investing in new leadership.

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Great interviews. Urban Dreams is what Dr. King envisioned for all of us. Whether to serve or be served. Those are both needs defined by the individual. Did Trump even mention MLK yesterday?

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I don't think so.

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Robert how did you find out about this group and how did they know to invite you? It sounds like an awesome group!

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They are awesome. I've read about them for years, but I'm not sure how I got on the email list.

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Such an informative and upbeat column. Such a relief after yesterday to highlight another place where we can put our positive energy. Thank you so much.

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Wonderful piece. Thank you so much for writing an article that is joyful and positive. Photos with the story were superb, too. Definitely the way MLK Day should be honored. And after yesterday's national debacle, this was a more than welcome.

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Thanks much, Barbara! It was -12 when I woke up this morning so it was a great day to stay home and finish this. Now on to the next thing...

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