 Like tenBroek before him and Maurer after him, Jernigan became known for his powerful banquet speeches, which he gave each year at the organization's national convention even after his presidency.These speeches, which are available at the NFB website, combine references to history and literature, humorous anecdotes and serious reflections about the struggles of blind people.During Jernigan's presidency, the NFB continued to expand and advocates for its beliefs about the need for more independence for blind people.