A special relationship between a man and his barber

He’s seen and heard many things, and has a unique perspective to share as he interacts with one of the world’s most recognized yet misunderstood men.

His name is Richard Coleman, and he is Minister Farrakhan’s trusted personal barber.

Mr. Coleman traveled with Min. Farrakhan every step of the way during his recent visit to Tuskegee University, and the numerous other meetings and appointments taking place. The Minister had previously told Mr. Coleman that the next time he was in that part of the South, he would visit with Mr. Coleman’s family, and he kept his word, even speaking at the church of Mr. Coleman’s nephew Rev. C.A. Hammond, Jr.  on Palm Sunday, March 24.        

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Riding through the streets of Elba, Alabama, the 78-year-old Mr. Coleman talked to me about the town, its people, and showed me huge lawns he used to mow for a fee as an enterprising young man during the hot Alabama summers.

“It wasn’t no automatic mower neither. It was one of those push lawn mowers,” said Mr. Coleman. “It was hard work, but I wanted that money!” said Mr. Coleman chuckling.

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