Dallas, TX - (November 2, 2012)– On Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 , Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson visited the Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy where she addressed students on the importance of leadership in all aspects of their lives.

Congresswoman Johnson stressed the need for young men to possess strong leadership qualities in order to become the next exceptional leaders of America. She also highlighted the successes and challenges of her career in public service, followed by a question and answer period with the students.

“Our young men are an intricate part of the future direction of this nation. We must continue to encourage them to face challenges with perseverance and determination to help prepare them for the obstacles they will encounter in their futures,” said Congresswoman Johnson.

The young men provided a moving patriotic themed medley, while the jazz ensemble showcased a number of classics before Congresswoman Johnson spoke to the students.

Congresswoman Johnson commended the leadership academy for their dedication and diligence in the development of these young men.

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U.S. Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson is the highest-ranking Texan on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and a senior member of the Science Committee. She represents the 30th Congressional District of Texas, which, includes Downtown Dallas, Fair Park, Oak Lawn, Turtle Creek, Old East Dallas, Pleasant Grove, & South Oak Cliff; all of Balch Springs, DeSoto, Hutchins, Lancaster & Wilmer and parts of Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Ferris, Glenn Heights and Ovilla.