Friday, Feb. 05, 2010

2-5-2010 Various Voices

Michelle Flemming 198th Civilian Personnel Liaison

Abolitionist Harriet Tubman was a humanitarian who helped free slaves. She participated in the women's suffrage movement and even served her country during the Civil War, which was unheard of in those days.

SPC Monique Scroggins
198th Infantry Brigade

Rosa Parks for her immense influence to abolish racism when refusing to move to the back of the bus. It took true courage, and she showed others how to stand up for what they believed was right.

CPT Nicole Harris
198th Infantry Brigade Assistant S-1

My grandmother, Eunice Harris, told me at an early age that education is very important. Because of her inspiration I am the only person in my family who has earned a master's degree.

SFC Edward Dingle 198th Infantry Brigade Equal Opportunity Adviser

My father taught me to work hard, never give up on my goals and dreams, never allow others to treat me different because of the color of my skin and to respect others for who they are as individuals.

Bettie Harris
Middle School and Teen Training and Program Specialist

“My pastor, the Rev. J.H. Flakes Jr. His sermons always give me strength and motivation. When I’m going through stress, I always go back to what he has said.”