John W. Rogers, Jr. : (2) " My father was a Tuskegee Airmen captain in the Air Force and a very strong personality. He believed in fairness and ethics and living up to the commitments you make to others. He ultimately became a judge, and he would talk to me over and over about how important it is to be fair. " - John W. Rogers, Jr. " It is very different trying to help a community organization than trying to sell yourself or sell a product. " - John W. Rogers, Jr.