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Charlie Kendall's avatar

It is inspiring for me to read the stories of these men and women who pushed through the awful events of their lives to become not just successful but valuable contributors to our country. We do a disservice to our country when we do not recognize all of that potential. I'm thankful for the courage and fortitude.

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Susan's avatar

Amen.

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Wally Firkins's avatar

Thank you Tara and thank you for your service, Olivia J. Hooker. I salute your courage and patriotism. God bless people such as Ms. Hooker who could just as easily become bitter rather than use her abilities to serve her country.

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Susan's avatar

This woman could have let her past paralyze her future. But with family support and amazing perseverance she used it as a springboard to live life to the fullest. May God bless her family. Thank you, Tara.

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tracy whitfield's avatar

these are the role models kids should be told about...."You can't have a better tomorrow, if you are thinking about yesterday all the time."

--Charles Ketting

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Tara Ross's avatar

That's a great quote. ♥️

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Paula's avatar

A true American Hero! 🇺🇸

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Bruce Barlond's avatar

She was there, everywhere, to help others!

She never gave up!!

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Diana Erbio's avatar

Thank you, Tara for the lesser known history 🇺🇸 Inspiring woman.

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