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BEN R.

ABOUT THE FINALIST Ben R.
Tampa, FL

Military Service United States Marines
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Ben R.Ben is a former U.S. Marine who served as a security guard at Embassies overseas. After his years of service, he enjoyed a career in real estate until he lost the use of his legs caused by an unsuccessful back surgery. He now uses a manual wheelchair. Despite these challenges, Ben works tirelessly to be an advocate for persons with disabilities. For 15 years he was the Regional Government Relations Director for the Florida Gulf Coast Paralyzed Veterans of America. He is currently the Chairman of the Tampa Mayor's Alliance for Persons with Disabilities and his wife, Alder, is a RN at James A Haley VA Hospital. Ben has served so many others, help him win a new roof. Vote now.




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