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This week we take some time to honor the life of Vernon Jordan. A civil rights leader, lawyer, and a powerful speaker Jordan made his mark in organizational leadership at the United Negro College Fund, the Urban League and as trusted advisor in national politics. A pioneer in breaking open access to corporate governance, politics and more he was a force unique in our times. We dive in and discuss his impact. Please take the best part for yourself. 

 

Read more on Vernon Jordan here:

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/03/business/dealbook/vernon-jordan-dead.html

 

https://oklahoman.com/article/5683690/point-of-view-remembering-vernon-jordan-a-different-kind-of-civil-rights-leader

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