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The excitement took over Maurice A. Ferr\u00e9 Park near 10th Street and Biscayne Boulevard, Saturday morning.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis walk is all about friendship, helping us make jobs in the community and identify leadership opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,\u201d said David Quilleon, senior vice president of global mission, state development and operations of Best Buddies International.<\/p>\n

Because of Best Buddies, James Walker has a job he loves.<\/p>\nRead the full article<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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