Comments on: Column: Honoring Jean Ledwith King

By: Maryanne George

Maryanne George — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:27:52 +0000

A great piece about Jean, Mary. Thank you for telling her story again and capturing the mood of her wonderful tribute on March 26. We are so lucky to know her and benefit from her legacy of empowering women. Truly the power of one.!

By: Angela Costley Harris

Angela Costley Harris — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 11:10:06 +0000

I look to the future of the Jean Ledwith King Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan with great optimism. Thank you, Ann Arbor Chronicle for this substantive piece on Jean’s work and the Center that now bears her name. I’ve been a casual reader of the Chronicle since its inception, and have now made it my home page.

By: Kerry D.

Kerry D. — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 22:45:41 +0000

With respect to Title IX, don’t forget Marcia Federbush whose studies on gender discrimination in the public schools were groundbreaking. She was installd in the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame.

By: Wayne Dabney

Wayne Dabney — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 06:45:06 +0000

I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to meet and photograph Jean and to again be reminded first hand from so many just how much truth is in the words ‘The Power of One’.
Congratulations Jean Ludwith King and thank you for all your sacrifices and for making such a difference.
Wayne Dabney
Photographer

By: Sandi Cooper

Sandi Cooper — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:37:35 +0000

Congratulations to Jean AND The Women’s Center! It’s a perfect tribute. I’m so proud of everyone who continues to make it all possible. Thank you, Mary, for the beautiful article.
Sandi Cooper
Founder of The Women’s Center (Jan. 2000)

By: jane Hassinger

jane Hassinger — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:53:11 +0000

As a former board member and continuing supporter of the (now) Jean Ledwith King Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan, I am filled with pride and enthusiasm for the future. The name change–such a perfect way to honor Jean’s immeasurably valuable contributions to women and girls all over the country–also signals the center’s values and ongoing. Like Jean, we won’t quit until there is fairness for women! Mary, thank you for this wonderful article! Jane

By: Mickey

Mickey — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:08:21 +0000

Thank you Mary for a terrific introspective.

By: Deborah Traxinger

Deborah Traxinger — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:24:51 +0000

I too, was in attendance at the dinner honoring Jean Ledwith King. I was also a member of the Michigan State University women’s basketball team in 1979 and can attest to the fact that Jean changed my life forever. The effects of our battle were far-reaching and most likely not ever openly recognized. Jean’s efforts on our behalf changed the face of women’s college athletics. And she did it all knowing that she would probably never receive a cent for her seven years of work. Jean did it because it was the right thing to do and in doing so taught us that “we must do the thing we think we cannot do”. She is truly an amazing woman and I applaud the Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan for renaming the center in Jean’s honor. The renaming will always serve as a visible recognition of a most remarkable woman and The Power of One.

By: Cynthia Wilbanks

Cynthia Wilbanks — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:08:25 +0000

Mary – you did a wonderful job of capturing the impact of Jean King’s work and her life’s commitment. Thank you.

By: Judith Malcolm

Judith Malcolm — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:01:32 +0000

This thoughtful piece of journalism demonstrates so clearly why the ann arbor chronicle is so valuable to our community. Mary Morgan does not present a fluffy summary of an event, but rather presents insights about the import and meaning of that event. Jean King’s life’s work has had a broad impact. Just look at any girl who is able to take being on the soccer team for granted.