Why Mr. Rogers Might Just Be The Smartest Man In History

I can’t believe how much meaning Fred Rogers can pack into each and every word. Even though the world can get pretty depressing, Mr. Rogers is always there to shed light onto the wonders of life. He is receiving the award from Jeff Erlanger, a wheelchair-bound man who appeared in an episode of “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood”…

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Rollie Williams

Dec 21, 2012

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