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The Leadership Academy Opens

Series and Specials  |  January 01, 2006
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Thando leads a tour group.

Thando, who dreams of being an actress, impresses Sidney Poitier. "This little child, she mesmerized me. She was poised, articulate… It was really remarkable!"

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