Gov. Pritzker Announces Rodney Boyd Becomes Highest-Ranking Black, Officer of Color in Illinois National Guard History
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Issues: Government Operations
"I'm honored to congratulate Major General Rodney Boyd on his promotion -- becoming the highest-ranking Black and officer of color in the Illinois National Guard's history," said Governor JB Pritzker. "This promotion speaks to the progress the Illinois National Guard has made in ensuring historically underrepresented communities are fairly represented within its ranks and given the same opportunities to excel as everyone else. Major General, congratulations on this extraordinary achievement--and on behalf of the State of Illinois, thank you for your service."
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