Take Two on Race and Politics

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for adopting me into their family and looking out for me throughout this journey. I would like to express my gratitude and love for my family. My father (Ernst Altema) and mother (Ginette B. Altema) inspire me to achieve my dreams and to believe in my ability to succeed. I am forever grateful for their unending support and words of encouragement. I would also like to thank my father-in-law (Reverend Bruce McNeely) and mother-in-law (Carol McNeely), my brothers and sisters-in-law, and nephews for embracing me into their wonderful family. I would like to thank my husband (Drew) for his love, encouragement, and support. We made an awesome team as both of us sought to complete our graduate educations.