Texas Southern University honors Mickey Leland
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Texas Southern University Honors the Enduring Legacy of Congressman George Thomas “Mickey” Leland, III
Thirty-six years ago, on August 7, 1989, the world lost a towering humanitarian whose heart was as big as his vision — Congressman George Thomas “Mickey” Leland III. His life’s mission? To fight hunger, eradicate poverty, and bring justice to corners of the globe where hope was often in short supply. His journey from the vibrant halls of Texas Southern University (TSU) to the power corridors of Washington, D.C., was a masterclass in service, courage, and unrelenting advocacy for the world’s most vulnerable.
