Eye On ChiOctober 16, 2016October 16, 2016

N’DIGO EYE ON CHI: Rashanah Baldwin

by Torrance Smith

N’DIGO EYE ON CHI interviews journalist and community activist Rashanah Baldwin as she discusses Teamwork Englewood/Good In Englewood.

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activism, community development, englewood

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Torrance Smith

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What does it truly mean to represent the marginalized in today’s America?

Congressman Danny Davis joins Hermene Hartman for a raw look at the state of Black politics in Chicago. From his roots in Arkansas to the halls of Congress, Davis connects the dots between the activism of the 1960s and the urgent threats facing democracy today.

In this episode, we discuss:

The 1960s vs. Now: How the political climate has shifted and what we’ve lost along the way.
The Power of the Black Vote: Why civic disengagement is the biggest threat to our community.
Legacy & Leadership: Davis’s direct advice to the next generation of Black politicians.
Chicago’s Future: Navigating the specific challenges of urban development and education.

Quote of the Week: “Education and community involvement are pivotal in fostering change.” — Congressman Danny Davis

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