This campaign is about the issues. Most people have said they support my effort to embrace recovery and redemption.

I stood before my creator years ago and asked for his forgiveness, grace and redemption.

I was born again and feel as if [God] has granted me a second chance in life.

They did me a huge favor. Is our society willing to embrace people who have taken a road to redemption? That's my story.

Who I am today speaks far greater than what anyone can say about me. I thank God every day that I am alive and that I am able to dedicate my life to teaching others, enriching lives and acting as a vehicle for empowerment.

They were just reporting the news that had been delivered to them.