COMMANDER’S CORNER: LEADERSHIP ON THE BIG SCREEN - PAGE 3 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Thursday, January 31, 2013 Vol. 57 No. 3 MLK holiday more than a day off By Lea Johnson 21st Space Wing Public Affairs staff writer PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — People from a variety of ethnic backgrounds gathered at the chapel, Jan. 16, to honor the man who played a significant role in the fight for equality. The 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service was held just days before the Jan. 21 holiday and one day after what would have been King’s 84th birthday. Retired Chief Master Sgt. Joan Johnson was the guest speaker for the ceremony. “Today we are here to remember, celebrate and act. Remember his work and legacy. Celebrate his birthday and how far we’ve come as a nation. Act by becoming involved to continue his work,” Johnson said. On Aug. 28, 1963, King gave what would become one of the most famous speeches in American history — “I Have a Dream.” Johnson said the speech proceeded the famous March on Washington. “This was a peaceful demonstration with over 250,000 people in attendance, a quarter of them white,” she said. King’s speech, the final speech of the day, was only sup- posed to be four minutes, but it lasted 16. “Dr. King started by saying that 100 years ago President Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, which freed slaves. But yet 100 years later the Negro was still not free. The Negro was still facing segregation, discrimina- tion, and living in poverty in a world filled with so much prosperity,” Johnson said. “He said the sense of urgency was now for America to make good on the promises of democracy for all of God’s children. Dr. King continued on saying that 1963 was not the end but the beginning of the Negro’s discontentment.” Johnson said despite the discontentment in the world, King did not support hatred, but encouraged dignity and (U.S. Air Force photo/Phillip Carter) discipline. Retired Chief Master Sgt. Joan Johnson gave a speech during the 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service Jan. 16 at the base chapel. See MLK page 9 During the service, Johnson reminded attendees what King said in his “I Have a Dream” speech. King’s holiday this year was Jan. 21. MOPPing up at MPS (U.S. Air Force photo/Lea Johnson) An Airman from the 21st Military Personnel Section practices sending an email wearing Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear during training Jan. 17. Airmen in the MPS are required to have MOPP training once every 20 months so they are able to effectively perform their jobs in a real- world event. Lt. Col. Ann Igl, 21st Force Support Squadron commander, participated in the training. 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During my time at Loe he decided to step outside of his comfort zone, Lea Johnson home, we decided one evening to go out and leaving the Shire behind to take on the journey catch a movie. While I had anticipated a couple of a lifetime. He questioned his decision and Published by Colorado Springs Military Newspapers hours of entertainment that would include ac- 21st Dental his abilities, as did his traveling partners. But Group, 31 E. Platte Avenue, Suite 300, Colorado Springs, tion and epic battles, I didn’t foresee watching a Squadron in the end, when the going got the toughest, 80903, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. demonstration of great leadership traits. the least expected character became the hero. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the commander 21st Space Wing. This commercial enterprise Air Force The main character of the movie started his Bilbo stepped up to the challenge and stood out newspaper is an authorized publication for members of journey from humble beginnings, with many among his peers. the U.S. military services. doubting in his abilities. He grew as a leader, held We may recognize some of Bilbo’s traits in Contents of the Space Observer are not necessarily the true to a strong moral character and ended up did with Bilbo. A great leader recognizes the ourselves or others: content in our current job or official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, leadership qualities in others and then provides the Department of Defense or the Department of the bringing together a diverse group of individuals location. Not wanting to take on a new project, Air Force. towards a common cause of restoring order to opportunities for those skills to develop. Gandalf job or assignment. But just as Bilbo overcame The appearance of advertising in this publication, the land. Now you’re probably thinking, yes, says it best: “There is a lot more in Bilbo than his fear of the outside world, we should take including inserts or supplements, does not constitute President Lincoln was a great leader and it was you guess, and a deal more than he has any idea the initiative and seek opportunities when they endorsement by DoD, the Department of the Air Force, of himself.” Just as we in the Air Force are en- or CSMNG, of the products or services advertised. a good movie. While both of those are true, present themselves. Bilbo developed as a leader Everything advertised in this publication shall be made that would be too obvious. No, the movie we couraged to develop our future leaders, Gandalf and discovered capabilities he didn’t know he available for purchase, use or patronage without regard saw and that I’m talking about is “The Hobbit.” recognized the potential of leadership in Bilbo had. Each of us can do the same. to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital In “The Hobbit,” Gandalf’s leadership quali- and encouraged his development as a future Another valuable trait of a good leader is seen status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other leader. One of our primary duties as a leader or non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. ties are evident early on, where he is able to build in Bilbo’s clever back and forth of riddles with Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by a dynamic team of diverse individuals and mo- supervisor at any level is to train and prepare Gollum. What does that have to do with today? the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Office, 775 Loring tivate them to take action. He recognizes talents those who will one day take our place and the Just replace the word clever with innovative. Ave., Suite 219, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294, (719) and abilities in Bilbo that prove valuable for reins of leadership. 556-5185 or DSN 834-5185, fax (719) 556-7848 or DSN Recently, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, 834-7848. All photographs are Air Force photographs their upcoming mission. Similarly, one of our The main character and eventual hero of “The Gen. Mark Welsh, stated that innovation was unless otherwise indicated. biggest contributions as a leader is to recognize Hobbit” is Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo starts off as a one of his three main focus areas in his vision The Space Observer is published every Thursday. the potential and then influence the growth and quiet and unassuming hobbit, comfortable in See Leadership page 9 For advertising inquiries, call Colorado Springs Military development of our future leaders, as Gandalf his way of life in the Shire. He is not looking Newspapers, (719) 634-5905. Employees of Peterson Air Force Base who want to place a free classified advertise- ment should call (719) 329-5210. Articles, announcements, news briefs or feedback for Questions, answers with wing senior leaders the Space Observer should be submitted to the 21st SW/PA via [email protected].