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Eliminate Racism Board

Get to Know Us

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Dick Rundall

Dick is the President for ER815. He has worked in many ares of social services. He suggests reading The People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn and says "If you read this book you will understand our country's history and know why we need to eliminate racism."

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Ann Rundall

Ann is the Corresponding Secretary for ER815. She recommends the movie 13th because it refers to the 13th Amendment of the Constitution and shows how the phrase "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime" has led to the American prison industry.

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Marilyn Board

Marilyn is the Recording Secretary for ER815. Her background is in telecommunications and education. She recommends seeing the movie Respect and says that it "is a great movie to watch! It is grippingly entertaining and chronicles the early life and career of the Queen of Soul -- Aretha Franklin. Most importantly, it shows that if we have a gift we can push through adversity and personal tragedy to share our gift. It inspires us to "sing our song and give our gift!'"

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Earle Rowe

Earle is the current Treasurer for ER815. Some of Earle's past and present professions have included electrician, photographer and videographer. He recommends reading The Beautiful Struggle by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

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Ron Simmons

Ron's background is in chemistry and education. One of his favorite quotes is "It's not over until it's over..." by Yogi Berra.

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Jim Roberts

He has words, lots of ideas and music but just hasn't shared them here... more to come.

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Anthony Keene

Anthony Keene joins ER 815 after retiring from a career in manufacturing and regulatory affairs management.  He enjoys nature, jazz, blues and R&B. He believes in service to others and has a deep commitment to his spiritual values. Anthony is also the Chair of the ER815 All Faiths Summit Goal Team.  

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Shelton Kay

Shelton Kay is the Executive Director of Rockford Regional Health Council, where he works to improve access to healthcare and health literacy, both on an individual and systemic level.  Shelton believes that healthcare should be welcoming and accessible to all regardless of race, socioeconomic status, or any other factors.

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