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The Chavis Chronicles

The Rich Legacy of Black Mayors

Season 4 Episode 406

There are more mayors of color leading our largest American cities than ever before. Four of the largest cities in the U.S. are run by Black mayors, but big city mayors are facing monumental issues ranging from upticks in crime, to a sagging economy, high inflation, to housing affordability and homelessness. Dr. Chavis talks to Phyllis Dickerson, CEO about their distinctive challenges.

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25:47
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26:37
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26:01
Alencia Johnson shares powerful insights on culture, justice, and social impact.
Beth Hopkins
27:04
Beth Hopkins: civil rights pioneer and one of the first women to live on campus at Wake Forest.
Dr. Cheryl LaRoche
27:19
Dr. Cheryl LaRoche explores Bishop Paul Quinn’s untold legacy in Apostle of Liberation.
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26:53
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Dr. Denise Turley
26:53
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Dr. Frank Smith
26:19
Dr. Chavis examines how Black soldiers reshaped the course of the Civil War.
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26:28
Dr. Chavis speaks with Paxton K. Baker, Minority Owner of the Washington Nationals.
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26:39
Dr. Chavis speaks with Anasa Troutman, CEO of the Historic Clayborn Temple.
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