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April 12, 2025
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Hello from District 9 Archives! In commemorating Black History month, a speaker tape of Joe McQ has been provided by the Blandine Group. This is the AA famous Joe from the Joe and Charlie AA members. The backdrop of Joe’s story is the early 1960’s. This speaker tape takes place in Joe’s home state of Arkansas. Joe was sponsored by Charlie using the Big Book. Joe and his sponsor went on to bring the big book workshops all around the world. These conferences preserved the message of Alcoholics Anonymous and help thousands and thousands of alcoholics stay sober. Archives honors Joe for the hours, wisdom and message Joe gave to the fellowship. Let’s remember to honor past and present AA members that are black. Joe’s story highlights just getting to AA then getting accepted was not as easy as it was for white people. May we continue to carry the message. In love and service, Christy