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John Adams
Colossus of Independence
In David McCullough's terrific biography, John Adams, he has a chapter entitled "Colossus of Independence" which details John Adams' role in the decision of the Continental Congress to break with England. This story nicely tells the way character shapes destiny and inspires Open Mic in its effort to promote Virtue, Liberty, and Independence. To that end, Open Mic announces each year on the anniverary of the momentous date, July 2, 1776, winners of its John Adams Colossus of Independence Awards, sometimes called "The Jackies". There are four awards each year in the following categories: 1) Memorial; 2) Citizenship; 3) Audience Contribution; 4) Public Service.
2010 Winners
MEMORIAL: Duane W. Dively
CITIZENSHIP: Lois Kaneshiki
AUDIENCE CONTRIBUTION: Chaz Smith
PUBLIC SERVICE: Bill Schirf
2009 Winners
MEMORIAL: Robert E. Laws
CITIZENSHIP: David Butterbaugh
AUDIENCE CONTRIBUTION: Charles Franks
PUBLIC SERVICE: John Eichelberger
2008 Winners
MEMORIAL: James Van Zandt
CITIZENSHIP: John Kasun
AUDIENCE CONTRIBUTION: Bob from the Cove
PUBLIC SERVICE:
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