General Colin Powell

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General Colin Powell Secretary of State
(2001-2005) National Security Advisor
(1987-1989) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
(1989-1993) Wednesday, Sept. 24th
_at_800PM Humphrey Coliseum, MSU
Leadership Legacy. In 1997 Powell founded
America's Promise with the objective of helping
children from all socioeconomic sectors. Powell
often wears the logo of the organization in the
form of a red wagon pin on his lapel.
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Americas Promise
1. Ongoing relationships with caring adults
parents, mentors, tutors or coaches2. Safe
places with structured activities during
non-school hours3. Healthy start and future4.
Marketable skills through effective education5.
Opportunities to give back through community
serviceCommunity service not only benefits
society, it also enriches the lives of people who
provide it (just like Day One!!). Young
volunteers have higher self-esteem, perform
better in school, build leadership skills and
learn how to solve community problems.
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General Colin Powell Wednesday, Sept. 24th
_at_800PM Humphrey Coliseum, MSU
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