“While his tongue is now silenced, his words of hope, courage, love, peace, and tolerance will speak to mankind throughout the world for years. He was, indeed, a drum major for peace.” – Former Mecklenburg County Manager Harry Jones.
“His life’s work will stand as an example for people around the world who are committed to social justice, social change and affirming the human dignity of every individual. His legacy of moral courage is so great that it will live beyond the boundaries of time and place.” – Dr. Ron Carter, president of Johnson C. Smith University. Mandela’s grandson attends JCSU. According to news reports, Mandela’s grandson flew to South Africa on Thursday evening to be with his family.
“In South Africa Nelson Mandela was the symbol of the struggle and he became the symbol of the “new South Africa. He had a dream and he realized that dream. He looked gentle but he was a fierce warrior for the rights of his people. Long live the legacy of Nelson Mandela.” – Carolyn Flowers, CEO Cats
Don’t miss this Radio One tribute to Mandela.
Mayor Patrick Cannon And CLT Leaders React To Mandela’s Death was originally published on oldschool1053.com
