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From Poverty to History Maker
An Autobiography
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From Poverty to History Maker is the story of how Robert "Bob" Holmes, a former juvenile delinquent, rose from humble beginnings to become an influential voice in academics and politics. A striking testament to the power of commitment, perseverance, and hard work, this book also provides an insightful analysis of four decades of Atlanta and Georgia legislative politics from the perspective of a political insider.
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If those who helped to shape it do not write Atlanta's history, it runs the risk of being forgotten...I am not only proud that he has chronicled his life, I am grateful that he has lived a life worth sharing. -- Shirley Clarke Franklin, Mayor, City of Atlanta, 2002-2010 Bob Holmes has written a fascinating account of his life ...His commitment to public service has earned him a special place in our history. -- Laughlin McDonald, Emeritus Director of the American Civil Liberties Union Southern Regional Office and Voting Rights Project Robert A. Holmes was able to escape the poverty of West Virginia and the "mean streets of Harlem in New York City...He succeeded in making an enormous contribution to African-American life and history. -- Georgia Persons, PhD, professor of Political Science, Georgia Institute of Technology and former editor of the National Political Science Review Told with candor, wit and sincerity, this is the compelling story of a life well lived by a small town West Virginia lad who aspired to know the world and make his mark on it...His story will be an inspiration for generations yet to come. -- Mack H. Jones, Professor Emeritus at Clark Atlanta University and first president of the National Black Conference of Black Political Scientists Any person who is interested in understanding the complex and byzantine nature of politics in state legislatures, the politics of public policy making in an urban setting, and how one man was able to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles to become a success in multiple careers should read this book. -- Alvetta Peterman Thomas, EdD, president of Atlanta Technical College