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House Resolution 1749
By: Representatives Mobley of the 69^th, Holmes of the 53^rd, Turnquest of the 73^rd, Brooks of the 54^th and Epps of the 131^st

A RESOLUTION

Commending Dr. Tobe Johnson, Jr.; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Dr. Tobe Johnson, Jr., a distinguished political scientist and the chairperson of the department of political science at Morehouse College, received the Bennie Service Award this year at the "A Candle in the Dark Gala"; and

WHEREAS, born in Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Johnson served in the U.S. Air Force for two years, earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Morehouse College, and a Ph.D. in political science from Columbia University; and

WHEREAS, for 40 years, this dignified and award-winning professor has been educating Morehouse men on the fine points of political science theories and methods, as well as advising local and national governmental agencies on urbanization and economic policy; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Johnson, the Avalon Professor of Political Science, has directed numerous Morehouse programs, including the African American Studies Program and the Social Science Improvement Program, and he currently directs the Urban Studies program; and

WHEREAS, this highly respected professor epitomizes excellence in education and has served with honor and distinction and has provided inspiration and encouragement to countless students at Morehouse College.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Dr. Tobe Johnson, Jr., on receiving the Bennie Service Award and convey to him their appreciation and most sincere best wishes for continued success, health, and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of House of Representatives is authorized to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Dr. Tobe Johnson, Jr.