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By Jennifer L. Warren
POUGHKEEPSIE – Terriciena A. Brown vividly recalls the day she met Frederick Douglass’s great, great-grandson at Poughkeepsie High School last year.
“His great, great grandfather’s legacy is just so strong, and I felt that through having the opportunity to meet his great grandson,” recalled Brown about that unforgettable day. “It really makes the connection to this day-honor even more meaningful.”
Brown was one of five distinguished community citizens being recognized and celebrated at the 106th Annual Poughkeepsie Neighborhood Club’s Lincoln Douglass Luncheon. Bearing the namesake of two historic, altruistic icons: abolitionist and orator, Frederick Douglass and 16th President, Abraham Lincoln, who forged a potent bond aimed at ending institutionalized slavery while creating a more equal, fair, and diversified world, the long-standing event pays tribute to individuals who embody similar ideals, focused on uplifting their communities. The event further encapsulates the revered cornerstone ideals: service, selflessness, diversity and empathy- that lie at the epicenter of the Poughkeepsie Neighborhood Club and are driven by their motto:” Lifting as we Climb.” Each of the recipients exemplifies a living example of those revered standards, ones who proudly stand on the shoulders of that rich history.
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