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Childhood Development / The Success of White Construction

Season 42 Episode 33

Carole Quarterman and Dr. Charmaine Johnson of the Detroit affiliate of National Black Child Development Institute join us for an in-depth look at the state of the childhood development in Michigan. We also talk to W. Bernard White, owner of Detroit-based White Construction, about the challenges and successes he endured. Plus, Ken Coleman shares important moments in Detroit’s black history. E 4233

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