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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#000000" vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Update from our national president. See below!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Scott Van Gorp, President<br>National Federation of the Blind of Iowa<br>Phone: 515-720-5282<br></span><a href="mailto:svangorp@nfbi.org"><u><span style='color:#0563C1'>Email</span></u></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfbi.org/"><i><u><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>Website</span></u></i></a><i><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <br></span></i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-Of-the-Blind-Of-Iowa-372681823082570/posts"><i><u><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>Facebook</span></u></i></a><i><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <br></span></i><a href="https://twitter.com/nfb_iowa"><i><u><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>Twitter</span></u></i></a><i><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <br>Live the life you want.<br></span></i><br>The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>Sent:</b> Thursday, April 15, 2021 4:47 PM<br><b>Subject:</b> Open Letter on Safety and Support Progress<o:p></o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr style='height:15.0pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:15.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr style='height:7.5pt'><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;background:#0075C9;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:7.5pt'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><img border=0 width=600 height=28 style='width:6.25in;height:.2916in' id="_x0000_i1033" src="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/images/images/top-blue-bar.jpg"><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr style='height:7.5pt'><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:7.5pt'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0><tr><td style='padding:6.65pt 6.65pt 6.65pt 6.65pt'><p class=MsoNormal><a href="nfb.org"><span style='color:blue'><img border=0 width=240 height=264 style='width:2.5in;height:2.75in' id="_x0000_i1032" src="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/images/images/nfb-logo-for-email-template.jpg" alt="National Federation of the Blind logo and tagline live the life you want"></span></a><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20801&qid=5163886"><span style='color:black'>la versión en español</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;border-color:initial'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr style='height:15.0pt'><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:15.0pt'><h1 style='margin-top:12.0pt'><span style='font-size:28.0pt;color:black'>Open Letter on Safety and Support Progress</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p><i><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Content warning: This article mentions instances of abuse and sexual misconduct. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. The National Sexual Assault Hotline offers free, confidential support, 24/7, at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or at online.rainn.org.</span></i><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Dear Federation Family:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>On December 16, 2020, I wrote to you about the pain of Federation members, former members, and other people within our blindness community. This letter is a follow up to that communication and part of my accountability to you as your President. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>In this letter, as with the work we have been undertaking since December, I will not address specific allegations. We will focus instead on the steps we are taking to ensure our movement is as safe as possible for everyone. It is also my hope that it clarifies misinformation circulating about our work and our intentions, as well as the depth of our efforts and the plans ahead.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We begin this letter by thanking each of you who have given your time, emotional energy, expertise, and heart to helping our community move forward. Thank you for making our movement what we all want it to be. I continue to be humbled and deeply informed by each powerful personal story that is shared with me by survivors. There is still much work and healing to be done, but together our work is making a real difference every day. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>In the December 16 open letter, the following initial priorities were laid out to guide our safety and support initiatives:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>improvements to reporting of incidents</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>open meetings and support of survivors</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>enhancing our Code of Conduct</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>clarifying and enforcing expectations</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>continuous training and consistency among NFB training centers</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The following is a summary of the steps we’ve taken:</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Survivor Leadership and RAINN Partnership </span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>At the beginning of 2021, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20771&qid=5163886"><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>we announced a partnership with RAINN</span></a></span><span class=MsoHyperlink><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue'> (</span></u></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, and </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20772&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue'>established the Survivor Task Force</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> to help provide guidance on behalf of blind survivors. Working with RAINN, we have created and conducted mandatory trainings for all national board members; national division and affiliate board members; NFB training center staff, students, and boards; national staff; scholarship committee members; and task force members. Nearly one thousand people will have received this training by the end of April.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Our experience with these trainings will inform development of our next phase of training, expected to roll out this fall. This will include training for chapter-level leaders and expanded training offerings for those working with youth. In the meantime, training is planned to ensure that all individuals involved with our 2021 summer programs including NFB BELL and NFB EQ are appropriately trained and clear about our expectations for working with minors. Training is in addition to background check processes that were already in place.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Special Committee Independent Investigation</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>On January 6, 2021, the board of directors of the National Federation of the Blind unanimously established a special committee to oversee and direct an internal investigation of allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse by NFB members, participants, or staff at NFB or NFB-affiliated events, facilities, or training centers, and the adequacy of NFB's and its affiliates' response to such allegations. The committee directs its own work and has complete authority to examine all aspects of the organization. Its independent work has guided and continues to guide the steps we are taking to create a safer culture across all NFB affiliates, events, and programs. The committee hired an outside law firm, Kramon & Graham, to help with the internal investigation. The four members of the special committee include an attorney, two affiliate presidents, and a current NFB board member. None of these individuals have been named in any allegations being reviewed by the special committee. To ensure the independence and integrity of their investigation, the special committee will communicate directly about its work in the coming weeks and months.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Code of Conduct Independent External Investigator </span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Since December 2020, all reports of sexual misconduct, abuse, and harassment are reviewed by an independent investigator, Tonya Baña LLC, to preserve their confidentiality. Once a report is thoroughly investigated, a report of findings is submitted to the Federation for action. The report is considered by a two-member panel of national board members who do not have conflicts of interest in the case. Recommendations are forwarded by the panel to the President who issues rulings. All rulings are appealable. To date, all final rulings have been completely consistent with the recommendations of the external independent investigator. </span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Climate Assessment Survey and Report</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>As an additional initiative, RAINN will execute a climate assessment by gathering feedback from NFB community members to help inform recommendations for further sexual misconduct prevention and response programming. This effort will assist in determining additional and continuous training, which will ultimately provide consistency across the organization. This is a baseline measurement to target our future efforts and will continue to be assessed as a component of our accountability measures. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Please participate in the assessment survey which is expected to be available later this month. The anonymous survey will result in RAINN delivering two reports: one internal and one public-facing, detailing findings and implications that will be shared at the time of our 2021 national convention.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Response Protocols and Code of Professionalism</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20773&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue'>NFB Code of Conduct</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> remains in place to set expectations within our organization, and we have published the </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20774&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue'>Code of Conduct FAQs</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> to improve clarity and ease of understanding. All current reports submitted will be reviewed, regardless of when the incident occurred.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>In addition, we are thoroughly reviewing our code of conduct. This work is on-going. We have instituted the following immediate changes based on your feedback, as well as input from RAINN, the survivor-led task force, and the independent investigator. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We improved communication protocols to ensure leaders of the Federation are notified when individuals have been removed or suspended from the organization.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We strengthened the appeals protocols to ensure that survivors have more time to respond to rulings they feel are not satisfactory for healing. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:42.0pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We distributed </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20775&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue'>interim guidance to Federation leaders</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> to encourage sharing of information about incidents at all levels of the organization so patterns can be tracked nationally. The guidance is intended to balance the obligations of leaders to share information with the need for survivors to consent and guide the sharing of their stories. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>In addition to the immediate changes we have made, prior to July, RAINN will be leading us through the development of a set of customized and actionable standards of professionalism to address sexual misconduct and strategic response protocols. The standards will clarify and emphasize appropriate behaviors for members of the NFB community and act as the foundation for a safer, healthier organizational culture. </span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Training Center Coordination</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The directors and board chairs of our three training centers have been coordinating improvement efforts. In addition to training for staff and students, each center has been examining its policies and procedures to ensure correct practices are in place. In addition, the Federation has been reviewing and updating its oversight of affiliated training programs.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We are also working with our training centers and RAINN to strengthen and implement protocols to ensure we have a uniform approach, that all local regulations are clearly followed, and that we have consistent communication throughout the Federation. That work will be fully implemented after our convention this summer. </span><o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-top:2.25pt'><span style='font-size:22.0pt;color:black'>Next Steps and Our Commitment to You</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Every member of the Federation should be proud of the work we are undertaking and the speed with which it is happening. But there is still much more to do. We need all leaders of the Federation to continue to reflect the expectations of our code of conduct and to help facilitate a supportive culture when survivors disclose information about incidents within the organization. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We continue to seek feedback from members and nonmembers regarding safety and support. Your voice and experiences in these efforts are crucial. Open meeting announcements, ways to become involved with the work of the Survivor Task Force, and an archive of updates and resources can be found at </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20776&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:blue'>nfb.org/survivors</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We will be making another report of our progress and next steps at the 2021 national convention. These decisions will be grounded in on-going deep listening and best practices that result from working with RAINN, input from our survivor-led task force, recommendations of the special committee, and the input of all of you. Your voice is critical in this process.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We promise to march with you to a stronger future that we build together. More than words, we know that trust is built through actions that are meaningful, visible, and sustainable. We continue taking all necessary steps to earn that trust and ensure blind people can lead their best lives. We are not yet done with our changes, and together we will move closer every day to fulfilling the commitments we have made in our movement. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Sincerely,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Mark Riccobono, President</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'><a href="mailto:officeofthepresident@nfb.org">officeofthepresident@nfb.org</a>, 410-659-9314 </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The National Federation of the Blind Board of Directors shown below affirms our support and commitment to the content of the above letter from our President. Each of us are available to answer questions and concerns from members. We continue to encourage the reporting of any incidents so they can be independently investigated.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p style='margin-bottom:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>Pam Allen, First Vice President and Board Chair, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20777&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>pallen@louisianacenter.org</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 318-251-2891<br>Ron Brown, Second Vice President, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20778&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>rb15@iquest.net</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 317-213-7031<br>James Gashel, Secretary, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20779&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>jgashel0923@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 808-234-9259<br>Jeannie Massay, Treasurer, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20780&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>jeanniemassay@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 405-600-0695<br>Denise Avant, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20781&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>davant1958@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 773-991-8050<br>Everette Bacon, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20782&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>baconev@yahoo.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 801-631-8108<br>Amy Buresh, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20783&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>amy.buresh74@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 402-440-4722<br>Shawn Callaway, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20784&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>callaway.shawn@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 202-352-1511<br>Norma Crosby, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20785&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>ncrosby@nfbtx.org</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 281-968-7733<br>John Fritz, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20786&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>president@nfbwis.org</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 608-622-7632<br>Ever Lee Hairston, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20787&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>ever.hairston@gmail.com</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 323-654-2975<br>Carla McQuillan, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20788&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>president@nfb-oregon.org</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 541-653-9153<br>Amy Ruell, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20789&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>aruell@comcast.net</span></u></a></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>, 617-752-1116<br>Joe Ruffalo, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20790&qid=5163886"><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:#005AA3'>nfbnj1@verizon.net</span></u></a><br></span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black;background:white'>Terri Rupp, </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:black;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=20791&qid=5163886"><u><span 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