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July 26 2014; New York JFK

ZS-SXE is now carrying the "Nelson Mandela Day" logo in honour of Nelson Mandela and his legacy.

The legendary bass player and Cincinnati native was the Grand Marshall at the Parade of Nations last week, part of the World Choir games. Always a really nice guy, he was happy to pose for photos before the event.

I also wanted to recognize Nelson Mandela Day today. Do something good for 67 minutes to celebrate the great mans 94th birthday. I dedicate this to Andre, who is the only person I know of who has met Mandela, a singular honor.

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

United Nations interns at Nelson Mandela Day 2013 at Columbus Circle, New York. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

Volunteers from the UN and the South African Consulate distribute South African oranges for Nelson Mandela Day 2013 at Columbus Circle, New York. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

Volunteers from the UN and the South African Consulate distribute South African oranges for Nelson Mandela Day 2013 at Columbus Circle, New York. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie

“Take action, inspire change.” To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, volunteers from the UN and UNDP assist We Build New York in repairing homes in Long Beach destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Photo: United Nations / John Gillespie