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American Black Journal

Detroit Public Schools EM Jack Martin

Season 41 Episode 67

On this episode of American Black Journal: A conversation with the man who has been tasked with turning around Detroit Public Schools. We'll talk with Jack Martin about his goals for the school system and how he plans to boost enrollment. What can be done to fix education in Detroit? Stay tuned for an in-depth discussion with the new DPS EM. American Black Journal 4167

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