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BONO – is the fabulous lead singer for the rock band U2 and the inspirational leader of a movement to eradicate debt and AIDS in Africa. |
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OPRAH – she uses her notoriety and power for positive projects on a global scale. |
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MICHAEL JORDAN – his leadership was demonstrated on the court to six NBA championship rings, but it was his “breakfast club” where he motivated his teammates to weight train with him that set the Bull’s championship pace. |
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SISTER MARY SCULLION – this marathon-running nun has single-handedly tackled the city of Philadelphia’s homeless problem and cut the score in half. |
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SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN – anyone who has been tortured and imprisoned for five years - when he could have chosen to been released – and is willing to speak out and tackle sensitive issues like torture and steroids is my hero. |
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JOE PATERNO – he is living proof that you’re never too old to follow your dreams via doing what you believe to be right despite what the critics scream. |
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DAVE POULIN – a walk-on to the Philadelphia Flyers team in 1984 who ascended to be the prestigious “captain” position where he led the team to the Stanley Cup Finals. |
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JERRY SEGAL – diagnosed as a quadriplegic, who through his indomitable spirit is able to play his favorite game of golf and expends just as much energy raising millions for his beloved Magee Rehab Hospital. |
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ALLEN IVERSON – he is the David versus Goliath in the game of professional basketball. I will never forget his ability to carry us to the NBA Championship Finals against Shaquille O’Neil, Kobe Bryant and the LA Lakers. |
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DIANE CROCE – she raised two marvelous children while inspiring her husband to fulfill his dreams. |