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In My Debt to You, Elvage G. Murphy shares his personal, and honest story about how his father and mother, who endured the harsh realities of Jim Crow, prepared him and his brother to navigate a world they knew would not be colorblind. From the perspectives of a lawyer, and educator, this story captures and illustrates the values imparted to him by his parents that provided a unique understanding of the reality of racism and discrimination that he would encounter. From a very young age, he was expected to overcome this reality without submitting to the rage and hate that accompanies its impact. It is an uplifting story for anyone who seeks to understand the day-to-day reality of facing bigotry without becoming victimized by it. It is also an insightful look into the dynamics of an American black family, and the uniqueness of black parenting. He also shares his insights and convictions about how intentional parents must be when formulating a vision for their children, and calls for the rejection of a culture that undermines the values of truth, justice and forgiveness. It is a story to which every man, woman and child can relate. It is a story about learning to adopt and live with a balanced perspective of the world and its people, rejecting extremism that incites division. It is a story that expresses a son's life-long appreciation and gratitude to a father and mother who challenged him to live up to standards that transcend the racial divide within our nation. It is the story of a debt owed that takes a lifetime to repay.

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Elvage Murphy, J.D. was born in Buffalo, NY, on August 31, 1965. His parents are Girard Murphy and Mary Murphy. He attended Buffalo Public Schools through the 8th grade, before attending Cardinal O'Hara High School, Tonawanda, New York. He attended Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. He earned a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Business Administration with a Minor in Political Science (1987) and a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Economics (1988). In 1994, he earned his Juris Doctor from the West Virginia University College of Law. Upon passing the Bar for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, he served as a prosecutor for the Erie County Office of District Attorney from 1995 through 2001. He served as an Assistant Public Defender for the County of Erie, before accepting a faculty position with Edinboro University where he served for over 16 years.Elvage Murphy practiced law for over 22 years before retiring in 2015, and subsequently relocated to South Carolina. He volunteers as Lead Coach for the First Tee of Coastal Carolinas. Elvage and his wife, Janel have been married for over 28 years. They have a son James, and a daughter, Hel�na. Elvage's hobbies are biking, golfing, cooking, traveling and enjoying the outdoors.

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