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American Black Journal
Judge Lucile A. Watts / Charles H. Wright Museum
Season 43
Episode 17
We talk with the first African-American female judge of the Wayne County Circuit Court about her history-making election to the court. Kim Trent shares important moments in Detroit’s black history. Plus, LaNesha DeBardelaben, Paul A. Rogers, and Thornetta Davis join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History. Episode 4317.
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2024 Year in Review: Current events, arts & culture and “The Black Church in Detroit.”

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“The Black Church in Detroit” series looks at the challenges and opportunities of 2025

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A special report on the restoration of Malcolm X’s former home in Inkster, Michigan.

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Detroit Public Theatre’s 2024 Holiday Cabaret and Kwanzaa 2024 at The Wright Museum.

24:51
Black Family Development’s 46th and the “Healthy and Resilient Communities” program.

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“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.

26:46
The 2024 election’s impact on the Black community and Church of the Messiah’s 150th.

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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Homelessness Awareness Month.

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Detroit Future City's Equity Forum focuses on equitable employment for African Americans.

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Faith and politics: Detroit’s Black churches mobilize voters ahead of the 2024 election.

26:46
A special report on the restoration of Malcolm X’s former home in Inkster, Michigan.

26:46
Church of the Messiah Detroit’s 150th, Judson Center’s 100th and the Ford Piquette Museum.