Richard

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When Richard walks into the library to check out almost anything for free, he’s where he belongs.

I am now 79 years old. As a child at around six years old, our mother would take all of us kids (there were five of us) to the library once a week after dinner. When I walked into the library, I was thrilled with the idea that I could check out almost anything from the library for free. We did not have a lot of money, so free was much appreciated. Using the library is a habit that I continue to enjoy. As a proud owner of a library card, I particularly appreciate being able to go online to make requests and receive emails when they are ready for pick up.

– Richard

 

Thank you, Richard, for telling your story!

Richard’s favorite book

Believer my forty years in politics book cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Believer: My Forty Years in Politics
David Axelrod

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