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M a k e in L u th er K in g J r . January 10, 2007 2007 s p e c i a l e d it io n Page B14 Emerging young leader draws on past continued from M 2 “ People think that another super force like M artin Luther King will com e along.” he says, “ What we really have to work for is finding ways to unify and unite the com m unity. Every one must be a leader." In the future. Charles hopes to run for office again, but tor now he is focusing on shorter- term goals. H e’d like to get m arried, have kids, work on his career and continue living a happy and fulfilling life. “ I'd like to think that 1 continuously work on mak i ng a positive impact on the people around me as Dr. King did." he said. "I also hope to give back to the people in my life that have helped me so m uch.” Charles McGee works to change the system as a local activist addressing education, racial profiling and gender inequal ity issues. King Shakes hands with President Lyndon B. Johnson during a press conference. & CJ h SJLL 4234 N Interstate Ave, Portland, Oregon 97217 (503) 281-6388 MM Saluting Martin. Luther King Jr. - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Owner, Jack Chung fk tn m 7410 NE MLK, Portland, Oregon 97211 (503) 285-1230 to 'jiniJIlilnoa no . » < ■ > U o lir/’ < u ib llii> 1 The ultimate measure o f a man is not where he stands in moments o f comfort, but where he stands at times o f challenge and controversy. I o l i u u , ’ ) J11.1II/ Hoffman Builds Do not condemn the man that cannot think or act as fast as you can. Because there was a time when you could not do things as well as you can today. - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Working together... to achieve the dream We think Dr. King would approve Legacy Health System has dozens of part nerships with schools, organizations and others in Portland's N orth/N ortheast community. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we thought it'd be a good time to look at these partnerships, which are aimed at making life better for all people. Among the many, many efforts in w hich Legacy is involved, we: • Sponsor summer jobs and scholarships for African-American and Latino youth interested in healthcare careers • Give paid time off for hundreds of employees to mentor and read in local schools • Provide vital support for the African American Health Coalition • Maintain partnerships with Benson, Jefferson and Roosevelt I ligh Schools • Support the De La Salle Corporate Internship, giving diverse students professional experience » Assist Self Enhancement Inc. with providing preventive dental care Com m unity Plus, Legacy Emanuel Hospital is a leading employer and a cornerstone of community health and healing. We're proud of that role. ■ www.legacyhealth.org Legacy Health System Health System HOFFMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Legac y Health System, a nonprofit organization, inc lories Emanuel Hospital & I lealth CenteL Emanuel Children's Hospital. Good Samaritan Hospital & Medical Center, Meridian Park Hospital, Mount Hood Medical Center, Salmon Creek Hospital, www.hoffmancorp.com / T. (503) 221 8811 I egacy Clinics and CateMark/Managed Healthcare Northwest PPO © 2006