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American Black Journal
Detroit Blight Removal Task Force / Grace Lee Boggs
Season 42
Episode 30
We take a closer look at the recommendations of the Detroit Blight Removal Task Force. Plus, we preview the new PBS documentary inspired by Detroit activist, Grace Lee Boggs, and discuss the new school named after the activist and her late husband. Episode 4230.
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