I Drugs, Crime, Gangs G Violence 85% of young people who commit crimes have serious trouble reading, according to the US Department of Education. t Reverend Alfreddie Johnson, Pounder and President of The World Literacy Crusade International ...w ithout knowledge there is no hope for the future...but by teaching men, women and children how to read and how to learn we can restore their hope”. The ABLE Association of Oregon invites you to an evening with Reverend Alfreddie Johnson to celebrate the official kick-off of The Portland World Literacy Crusade. The Governor Hotel Ballroom SW 10th 6 Alder Thursday, May 9th at 6:30 .pm Master of Ceremonies: lohnnie A. Gage Special Guest Speaker: Rena Weinberg President, ABLE International Association for Better Living and Education Dinner reception immediately following the event Please call 203-1301 for reservations Limited seating Admission is Free Sponsored by The ABLE Association of Oregon and Cobblestone Properties, Inc. t