shirley chism is one of those people. iven by a profound commitment to justice, she became the first african american congresswoman, the first african american to run for president. when shirley was new york city, she said peaapparently all they know about brooklyn here in washington is that a tree grew there. [ laughter ] but she made the most of her new role, helping to create the supplemental nutrition program that feeds poor mothers and their children. shirley chism's example transcends her life. when asked how she'd like to be remembered, she had an answer. i'd like them to say that shirley chism had guts. i'm proud to say it. shirley chism had guts. at its best, lee hamilton once said, representative democracy gives us a system where all of us have a voice in the process and a stake in the product. his 34 years in congress, lee hamilton represented his district, his beloved indiana, and his country with integrity and honor. helped guide us through the cold war and into a new era of american leadership. a man widely a

shirley chism, the first african-american woman in congress, katherine hamilton, so good at math before john glenn piloted seven he insisted she double check the computer. honorees range from those who play beautifully, to those who played beautifully. willie mays at the white house. yogi berra's family accepting his award for him. the baseball great died just before discovering he received the medal of freedom, but as he might have said, if the world were perfect, it wouldn't be. hallie jackson, nbc news, washington. >>> still ahead tonight, avoid these at all costs if you are loading up the car this thanksgiving. the worst traffic bottlenecks in the country. you might be surprised when you hear where some of them are. >>> also dogs on demand. the service that could instantly brighten your day with adorable four-begged friends. egged frie. friends. >>> we're back now. with the holiday travel rush underway, 47 million americans going 50 miles or more from home this thanksgiving week. 90% of them driving to their destination. perhaps your family is among them. but they are headed out on

shirley chism will be honored posthumously. >>> victor cruz confirmed what many fans have feared. he's not going to play a game this season. cruise had knee surgery last year. he'll now have surgery on his calf. he's missed the last 20 games for the giants. however, he's vowing to fans there will be a comeback. >> tough time for me, tough t e for my family, tough time for all of us because e were so ex ucited about coming back and being a part of somethingul special this year. it's out of my control. ere's certain things that just happen to your body that you n't explain but i'm excited for the next chapter. hope you don't lose faith in me be mcause i haven't lost faith in myself. >> he'll stillurave three years left. he has a $43 million contract with the giants. there's some discussion thate maybe they would let him go, sign with another team. we'll have to see. future is kind of uncertain. >> certainly is. we wish him the best. >> wish him the best. urhe's a great guy. >>> 4:50. still to come, the number might surprise you. how many subway riders say they're happy with the serv