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Against Detroit Automakers By Ebony JJ Curry SENIOR REPORTER
Late Thursday night, Sept. 14, a historic moment unfolded in American labor relations as the United Auto Workers (UAW) union initiated a strike against Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis. For the first time, the union took simultaneous action against all three major Detroit-based automakers. The action involves approximately 13,000 UAW members in assembly plants across Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri, who walked By Ebony JJ Curryoff their jobs after existing labor contracts exSENIOR REPORTER pired at 11:59 p.m. Shortly before midnight on of talent, determinan a breathtaking celebration Sept. 14, released a statement tion,GM and the unyielding spirit of Black excellence, expressing disappointment with the Michigan Chronicle marked its 10th Annual the strike action,40despite 40 Under event offering Thursday evening. This year’s what termed anin“unprecedented soirée,it drenched the theme “All Black Everything with economic package” that included Gold Accents,” transcended expectations and essentialhistoric wage increases. Stellantis ly illuminated the golden gems within the true essence
troiters. The symbolism of Black beekeepers revitalizing niably commendable. their city is a powerful testament to the resilience and Amidst the glitz and glamour, the event also showingenuity of our community. cased the diversity of talent within our community. From As the night unfolded, we had the privilege of hon- Paris T. Prichard, a forensic scientist pushing the boundoring other outstanding individuals, each carving their aries of her field, to math wizards like Donna Laster, who own path to success. Clement “Fame” Brown, the creative mind behind Three Thirteen Detroit’s Brand Name, See 40 UNDER 40 page A2 received the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Brown’s commitment to empowering the city through fashion and entrepreneurship has left an indelible mark. of Black excellence. Hosted by the charismatic duo of “Entrepreneur of the year – that’s a big deal,” said opportunities for long-term financial seculocal partnerships. Chronicle Editorial Board By Michigan Chronicle Andre Ash and Lynzee Editorial MychaelBoard from Michigan Chroni- Brown. “It’s always an honorBytoMichigan be honored and it’s rity. Before entering elected office, McKincle’s Finally Friday, the night was a triumph for the city always a blessing to be in a room full of so many talentEvery election voters a simple quesWalkthat through neighborhoods across Many voters have watched their repneyBlack organized Service Employees of Detroit and itsasks vibrant community of young pro- with ed, the accomplished, and popular people look like me. tion: Who is prepared to move our commu- International Union. Michigan’s 12th Congressional District and resentative become a nationally recogHe spent years advofessionals. I’m geeked. I started making and selling clothes as a kid nity forward? you’ll hear conversations rarely make nized political figure while asking a much cating as alongside healthcare and I would I alwaysworkers knew that have a business, but that I The evening sparkled with a golden promise we and national home: Has life workingwalks familiesnever for better stronFor the remarkable people of individuals Michigan’s from 13th various knew wages, it would be Detroit’s brandheadlines. name business, celebrated DPD Chiefsimpler Jamesquestion Whitecloser SaystoIncreased ger labor andaeconomic secuCongressional the reality thatbrilliant how lot of pride in the fact Parents that ourwonder business rep-they’re going to become meaningfully better here? of life. AmongDistrict, the honorees wereis the and protections, vi- so I take Presence Culled Violence Tlaib Thatand experience belief families especially those in Detroit – Nicole are rity. absorb another rent increase. Seniors Police calresentsreinforced our city’s apride.” To her credit, Congresswoman sionary –co-founders of Detroit Hives, Lindsey that changed good jobs, quality schools, affordable working yet manyTheir continue face whetherAward a fixedwas income will cover has secured federal funding for commuTimothyhard, Paul Jackson. worktohas not only Taking home the Corporateculate Excellence By Andre healthcare, safe neighborhoods, and stable of Community rising costs, housing instability, aging in- farming groceries, utilities, and prescription drugs. Ash nity projects, supported investments in the landscape of beekeeping and urban in DeDannis Mitchell, Director Engagement at DIGITAL all workBarton together to create thriv- ness district frastructure, underfunded schools, and the housing Young adults question whether homeownclean mending water, affordable housing, neighborthat had been the lifeblood ofANCHOR towards the wounds inflicted on troit but also exemplified the transformative impact Malow. By Ebony JJ Curry also expressed disappointment in ing communities. Those priorities continue the community. challenge of finding jobs that provide lastership is still within reach in the city whereBlack hood development, environmental justice, Detroiters and restoring a sense of beBlack professionals can have on their communities. “It is so important to recognize that there are young REPORTER a statement, saying the company to define his campaign for Congress. ing economic security. Parents want stron-SENIOR they were raised. Small business Aowners string ofandshootings inso callously other important initiatives. But these that was torn away in It’s a that history marred “Togetherwent we have contingencreated a social, environmental, leaders across the country, many are born herebyin pain, injus- longing immediately ger schools. Seniorsinto want to remain in their For The worry about rising costs, shrinking mar-the Greektown in mid-April left accomplishments have not produced the work of a member of Congress past. many Detroiters, Interstate 375, or tice,nationally and economic and financial impact through bees,” said Jackson. Lind- Detroit. I represent our city and I devastation. tell people, More than cy mode to protect its operations. homes. Young people want opportunitiesI-375, gins, and finding enough customers keep and bothtovisitors residents of transformation broad economic many famtouches nearly every of daily life. Fedhas long been justpart another stretch of The I-375 Boulevard Project is about more sey followed that sentiment with, “It is through our local 130,000 residents, primarily Black, were ‘Yea I’m a D-girl I’m from the west-side of Detroit,’” UAW has the in- futures eral investments support roads and bridgthatThe allow them to branded build successful their doors open. this bustling downtown des- to hoped see. highway, connectjusthave correcting historical injustices; it’s partnerships and collaborative efforts urban that we exist ina concrete Mitchellartery expressed. “But more importantly, been able forcibly displaced.I’ve Families were uprooted, thanilies dustrial action theThese “Stand-Up in the city they as love. are the issuesing different tination inabout awe. One of these es,of schools and workforce training, housing Thesewealth are the conversations that define So many of structural parts oftothe city. To some, it’s redefining thethe future. It willchallenges connect over 28 plus locations managing the health 4.5 milhave experiences within an industry that not many of generational was obliterated, and a Strike,” focusing on specific plants that should define this election. shootings tragically claimed programs, neighborhood development, and everyday life forwas thousands of Black fami-downtown facing Black residents in the 12th District mere convenience; to others, it’s an unreDetroit to surrounding neighborlion honeybees – humbly speaking oura movement has us, specifically women of color, have the opportunity to thriving community torn asunder. The within each automaker. UAW Dona- community organizations. Effective reprethe life of hoods, a popular and the be-strikingly The Michigan Chronicle believes lies inflicted throughout Detroit. today remain similar toupon those markable part of their daily in commute. Howbridging gap that was placed inspired others locally, nationally, and even internationengage and I’ve been the youngest person in the room, wounds by I-375 run deep, tranPresident ShawnisFain “This lovedof security guard followbring those resources home van thestated, best prepared can-ever,sentation existed when there’s helps a deeper, far more troubling They deserve to be atof the center con-the that city decades ago. she first took office. ally McKinney to take on similar missions.” the only Black person in the room, and the only Sistah in scending the physical barrier a freeway to strategyto will companies ing a dispute with a patron. ensures communities have didate meetkeep thatthe moment, and we arestoryand beneath the of this seemingly gressional representation. the room, and I access really to had to articulate thesoul importance No single member of penetrate the very of Black Detroiters. Today, the resurgence of Congress Paradise controls Valley DetroitItHives, a pioneering organization founded by surface guessing. will give our nationThe male suspect allegedly opportunities that improve quality of life. proud to endorse him for Michigan’s 13thordinary freeway—aof story of pain, showing up,displacegiving chances when others won’t, and every factor affecting a local economy. Instead, much of the public identity stands as a testament to the indomitable Lindsey and Jackson, harnesses the power of urban beeThis painful legacy can be traced back al negotiators maximum leverage shot the guard before fleeing Congressional District. Residents, however, also deserve to asee and theCity. lasting impactpersistent.” on Black Detroibeing As trailblazing Blackinterstate woman Economic growth depends governMichigan’s 12ththrivCongressional Dis-spirit ofhis Black Detroiters andon thelocal enduring keeping to revitalize neighborhoods in ment, the Motor to theofnation’s highway program and flexibility in bargaining. And the scene, while female the impact of those investments in their evters. McKinney’s connection to Detroit runs ing in a predominantly male-dominated industry, her ment, state leadership, private investment, trict has become tied to debates unfolding legacy of Black excellence. This historic disTheir initiative not only addresses critical issues like of 1956—a program that aimed to connect if we need to go all out, we will. companion is accused of coneryday lives. deep. Raised byconservation his mother but and also grandto country fortifying connections employers, schools, nonprofit organizaThe tale begins inunwavering what is nowcommitment Lafayette the thousands of miles trict, once aher vibrant hub Black businessenvironmental provides valuable DPDfor Chief James White butthe often didaway. so atCongresswoman the expense Everything is on the table.” Union cealing the weapon in bra. mother, he experienced housingopportunities insecurity,Park,toonce between businesses and communities undetions, and residents themselves. Still, that Progress is as measured by outcomes that Detroit’s known Black Bottom—a neighRashida Tlaib hasisemerged as one of es and culture, is experiencing a renaissance education andalso employment Black Deof marginalized communities. In the case of the leaders have indicated that These incidents unfolded during an standard unseasonably financial hardship, and frequent movesborhood doesn’t the families can in actually feel. Higher household rooted African-American culture I-375,nation’s most recognizable on the Isthatreality harkens back change to its glory days. Thevoters deadditional plants could be targetit meant carving a path voices through the warm spring, leading to increased pedestrian traffictorn and during his childhood. He understandsand incomes. should apply to elected officials. More stable employment. Safer history. Named after its dark, fertile raeli-Palestinian conflict and other internastruction of Black Bottom may have ed in future waves if negotiations heart of Black Detroit, reinforcing segregatensions in the densely populated downtown what it feels like when a family strugglessoil,neighborhoods. Better during schools.theGreater Black Bottom flourished mid- tion, and tional issues. Her inequality. advocacy has heightened made her aapart aRepresentation thriving community, but the resolute is ultimately measured remain stalled. perpetuating area. to make ends meet because his family lived1900s, homeownership. Expanded nurturing the Lower dreamspoverty. and aspirations national political figure, generated interna-determination of a new generation of entreby whether people’s lives improve. Famclarified strat- what Fortional one attention, to aptly and recognize the her harm thatFain reality. He the alsounion’s understands The in crime and the influxisof visitorspractical tothat Deopportunity for young preparing of prominent Detroiters likepeople Coleman Young,for established as surge onepreneurs and visionaries reclaiming ilies judge leadership through egy: “I want to give a major shoutcaused by such projects, it is vital to note that opportunity can accomplish. His determi-Joe Louis, troit’s downtown core garnered the attention of the Deadulthood. are the measures that and These numerous other Detroit leg-tell of the most visible members of Congress. lostquestions legacy. like: Is it easier to buy a home? out to led the him thousands of members the planners and politicianstroit behind nation to become the first personends.usBut (DPD), catching somewhat whether are moving in thecommunities name of urban renewalininthe some of Foreign Arethe wages pace them with the Blackcost of policy is part of the job. Police Mem-Department In heartkeeping of Paradise Valley, who are on the picket lines right those projects built them directly through in his family to graduate from college, andthe right off guard. direction. 1950s, this vibrant neighborhood was Housing living? Are schools opening new opportubers of Congress have a responsibility to owned businesses are not just flourishing Resource Helpline in now fightingAsh forshaped all of every us. The By Andre the heart of vibrant, populated communithat journey has step of hissystematically dismantled, erased from White, Chief Police for the Detroit Police Deforofchildren? Are neighborhoods beCongressman Shri Thanedar has the high-response address national and internationalJames issues, but nities thriving, offering diverse services, prodto the challenges Stand-Up Strike is a new approach ties—oftentimes to reinforcethat segregation and said: DIGITALservice. ANCHOR public map,lighted and replaced by a lifeless stretch of as- residents partment, “We were caught somewhat flat-footed coming safer? Are more families building federal funding for infrastructure, but they shouldn’t do it at the expense of ucts, and experiences that pay homage to the face in navigating the to replace to striking. Instead of striking all sometimes as part of a direct effort Today, McKinney serves in the Mich-phalt. outfor the Bypaving design we way went thestability? spring wealth and achieving financial workforce development, neighborhood re-complex their own constituents, and the right concern pastgate. while the forinto a prosperous system of neighborhoods. housing serplants at once, selectcontinues locals will be or eliminate Black iganHomelessness House of Representatives, to where his While deployment, which is less than the mid-summer deployThat’s what matters most when elected vitalization, education, and community orthe residential areas bore the brunt many residents is one of emphasis. future. From jazz clubs to soul food restau-ofvices. The helpline provides a called onurban to stand up and walkwith out plaguehas communities, But now, after decades of enduring theand rants, work centered on improving the livesof this ment, sawficials we an uptick in violence that are held accountable theirfirst time ganizations throughout Detroit. Those indemolition, the heart of Black Bottom, thesay Black Press, and artfor galleries to Families throughout the 12th District single point of contact for people on strike.and This is our generation’s families individuals grappling scars continue of I-375,tothere is a glimmer of hope of working families. He has supported in-its thriving warm weekend.” in office. Data shows that the answer is vestments have supported important local business center, remained largely fashion boutiques, this revival is breathing face persistent economic chalseeking housing assistance and answer to the movement that built with the challenges of making creased funding for public schools, advo-untouched. on thelenges horizon. Plans have sustained been unveiled to White to many ofviolence thoseofquestions, the projectsRestaurants, and provided valuable resources theaters, clubs, and connects Chief attributes in Greektown to life “no” into the verythe essence what onceand made attention. themthat withdemand the resources our –inthe sit-down strikescliof endsunion meet today’s economic cated for clean drinking water, strength-bars—the transform thisaffordability once-divisivecontinues freewaya combination into a thisdistrict deserves a leader who will to organizations residents. Com-they very places serving that brought Detroit’s of weather conditions andcultural a surge inprioripopneighborhood a vibrant epicenHousing to strain 1937. We told the Big 3 that Sept. need. mate.protections Whether it’s to helpedBlack ened for struggling workers, and that seeksbudgets to right and the wrongs ofremains the ter. tize things. that extends beyond munity programs have received assistance. community together—were concen- visionhousehold ulation. It’sthose a resurgence poverty 14 was the deadline and we meant Support for the helpline comes meet monthly mortgage payments secure hundreds of millions of dollars totrated past while heralding a new era of inclusivity Planning efforts have moved forward. Conaround Hastings Street, the epicenter brick and mortar; represents thethat resurThat leader isitShanelle Jackson. deeply rooted in many neighborhoods as He explained, “ We saw numbers downtown we it. gave the soaring companies ourcosts ecofrom the Gilbert Family Foundaor We coping with rental replace lead service lines throughout Mich-of African-American and community revitalization. struction projectsculture have been funded. in the city. genceever. of a spirit that refuses to be subdued. economic and education mobility remains have not seen, People are emerging from COVID nomic demands eight weeks ago The Michigan Chronicle proudly ention, which has pledged $10 milin a He housing market marked igan. also helped obtain morebythan $10 Then, by more than $100working million from Butin to whattwist endof for day,lion Fueled a cruel fate, every Hastings difficult for too many families. and there’s a feeling that we’re in a post-COVID era… and it took more than a month to Detroit City Councilman Fred Durhal dorses Shanelle Jackson for Michigan’s over three years to fund the shockingly high prices, violence a varietyintervenmillion for community Investment and Jobs Act Street, too, was obliterated a few years later, the Infrastructure Residents searching for with stable and the downtown and the to come get to the table.” III,venues representing District 7, reasons where Eastern Wayne continue Metro Commuof factors contribute to the tion programs that invest in growneighborhoodmaking way for the construction of I-375. program. and other partners, this ambitious project employment that provides wages capable down with all the activities that are going on, we saw See DONAVAN MCKINNEY See SHANELLE JACKSON Market resides, told the Michigan Chronicle, The union is pushing for a comJulie Schneider nity Action Agency manages the ing issue of people becoming un- Meagan safety through outreach, prevention, andThisDunn to create jobs, remove barriers to creating eco- of marked the final blow, sealing the fate aims of supporting a household and hundreds more people and, in particularly, young “It’s still very early in the process, MDOT is Page A-2 Page A-2 prehensive list of demands. This helpline, making it accessible to housed. of Black Bottom and signaling the beginning nomic growth, and reconnect the neighborfolks, teenagers that we hadn’t seen.” all Detroit residents. This initiative simplifies access to the See INVESTMENT Page A-2 Historically, shelterspage have provided a temporary respite of the end for Paradise Valley, the Black busi- hood with the rest of Detroit. It is a Responding step See UAW STRIKE A2 swiftly to the surge in violence, DPD for those in need, often serving as the first or second option City’s various housing services, ensuring that residents in adjusted its deployment plans. Rather than waiting for after exhausting alternatives like staying with friends or need can easily find assistance. mid-summer, they deployed officers in the spring itself family. Shelters offer a place to rest one’s head and a warm “The city and its partners offer a lot of great services to address the situation. meal, albeit sometimes for extended periods. For others, to help Detroiters with their housing needs, but they don’t The rise in visitors to the Greektown area isNovember evident effort should receive blame for Harris’ Sam Robinson being unhoused means living inBy cars or makeshift outdoor mean much if people don’t know how to access them,” said in data election from Placer.ai, a location analytics company loss to Trump. settings. Mayor Mike Duggan. “Thanks to the efforts of our partners SENIOR REPORTER because of discrimination, but they specializing At in El-Sayed’s visit trends and demographic Mychael campaign office in insights Detroit, The causes of homelessness By areLynzee as diverse and complex and the generous support of the Gilbert Family Foundation, were alsomobile coming because Black through geolocation-enabled devices. From Black voters supporting him spoke about why MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST Black voters were barely mentioned during as the individuals experiencing it. In response, the City of we now have a simple process to guide residents to the right was some May 1-Aug. 2022,people thereBlack weredoing 1.3 million visitsWhen and they27, believe more voters feel stuff. represented the first debate housingMichigan’s resource and a growing number of programs to Detroit has adopted a holistic approach to two-way combat this issue.featuring did Black people start doing things 655,000 visitors to Greektown, according to Placer.ai. From the days of the Great Miby his brand of politics. polarizing Senatetocandidates, U.S.them.” Rep. Haley help “Providing services and high-quality housing personsof Black inyear, the these city?numbers They started doing In the same period this increased to gration when thousands Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed. Brandon Totten, an academic advisor at The Gilbert Family Foundation’s broader commitment atEast riskJefferson of or who are experiencing homelessness is a key this area in the 1800’s. 1.4 million visits and things 670,000invisitors. families flocked to Detroit in search Restaurant the College for Creative Studies, told Michigan Hosted by WOODTV 8’s Rick Albin, topics $500 million to support projects across pledging priority of the City of Detroit, said Julieand Schneider, In the 1800’s the major thingboth that of jobs a betterDirector life, to theinvolves pivAs Detroit’s downtown area continues attract Chronicle he believes El-Sayed’stocampaign has like healthcare, corruption and corporate influDetroit over the next ten years, with housing initiatives of Detroit’s Housing and Revitalization they were doing in Detroit is they otal roleDepartment. they played in the city’s residentsmomentum and visitors, the older policeBlack department with voters. has impleence, AI regulation and the Israel-Palestine conbeing a significant part of their contribution. were the leaders in the fight against “This means focusing on building pipeline of sup-heritage, culturaltheand musical mented various enforcement measures to manage the inMichelle Jackson, whoUnderground lives near Chandler flictwith dominated the discussion. Earns National Wine Spectator Honor slavery. metal The Railroad Notably, Detroit has witnessed a consistent decrease in portive housing and coordinating the Continuum of an inBlack Detroiters have left creased population. Notably, detectors have been Park on Detroit’s east side, told Michigan Chronis the rootGreektown in the city of deter Detroit recent years,direct with the number of unhoused residents steadiStevens was only to make Care What on the a delivery of critical resources such asthe emergency delible mark on the city.candidate However, strategically placed throughout to theto Federal icle that El-Sayed is approachable and “comes out all of this Black innovation that you lythe declining. mention ofyears, Black votersproduring debate. In 2019, approximately 7,847 people were unshelter, rapid rehousing,B1 and diversion prevention in recentand Detroit has expeCity.Life.Style. illegal carrying of firearms. Stevens has been endorsed by dozens of Black to the community.” Government Shutdown see coming later.” housed andhow entered City’s community response system. grams. It also means preserving and expanding affordable rienced significant gentrification, While answering a question about to the “We have strategically placed them at key points, “ pastors, the Michigan Democratic Black Caucus, “He likes to come out to the community and In 2021, 5,687 people experienced homelessness. housing options for Detroiters of all incomes and improving Could Mean which has raised concerns about Aretha protect residents from potential effectsabout of artiexplains. It Musical has been alegends deterrentlike for some, Detroit legislators like Helena Scott, JoeChief Tate White have fun when he can, so why not?” Jackson housing stability though comprehensive service offerings the displacement of long-standing Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and According to the and City Tyrone of Detroit, since the start theown and ficial intelligence, Stevens said she’s supported have tested it. If you are legally carrying the a for Detroiters? Carter. El-Sayed hasofhis Blacksomesaid. “Medicare for All, I’m emerged not there yet, but available through the Detroit Housing Resource HelpLine Black residents. Similar to a setting sound Defiscal year 2019 to 2021, Detroit saw a 28% decrease in the weapon and carrying Motown a CPL, have a great day. Iffrom you’re protections for consumers, particularly for small supporters, including the Black Slate, Wayne my parents are. We need to amake sure wefor have and Detroit Housing Services Division within HRD.” sun, there’s a rising spirit, and Black troit, providing soundtrack the businesses who need equitable investment. County Executive Warren Evans and the Council See healthcare forcivil all. It’s inevitable, we need it.” See COMBAT HOMELESSNESS page A2 POLICE PRESENCE Page A-2 Detroiters are reclaiming their place rights movement and inspirIn May 2023, the City of Detroit launched the Detroit “Black-owned businesses, like the ones I visit of Baptist Pastors. Jackson said heard some closeRecords, to her in the city, despite the challenges ing she’s generations. Motown on thebyregular, who oftentimes are getting the On Monday, July 6, El-Sayed’s campaign criticize El-Sayed for supporting the Uncommitposed gentrification. founded by Berry Gordy Jr., was not short end of the stick. And they certainly are launched TV ad airinglong in the mediaphase Over atime, these afterDetroit our current gen- justbut tedof movement, she said she but wasn’t familiar a record label a symbol of During the Great Migration, and west sides. from Donald Trump,” Stevens said. “ neighborhoods became centers of trification. market highlighting his support of former Vice with the effort. Black excellence and empowerment. thousands of Black families from and entrepreneurship. Black seniorsin has been an Black overt culture part President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. “Black people were coming“Itoheard De- some of that, as butDetroit I don’t faced play into the Targeting South came to Detroit search However, ecoof jobs her in campaign strategy. Groups supporting the February Uncommitted moveAccording While to Historian Jamon2024troit because Black churches that,”were Jackson said. decline “We have start moving of the booming automobile nomic and topopulation loss Stevens have spent millions airing TVJordon ads highwas ain protest against former President Blackment resilience the city here, black schools Joe were forward.” here, and in the late 20th century, many industry. Despite facing discriminalighting time working President some Black leaders and rivals toDaily roots the thatBiden, extend far before the Up its was BlackDigital businesses here,” said Scan QR Code to Sign forpolitical the Newsletter tion and her segregation, they with builtformer vi- has $2.00 See SENATE Page A-2 Barack Obama. El-Sayed anyone associated with coming the and have will said persist Jordon. “They were of course brant communities on the city’s east Great Migration SeeDEBATE LEGACY page A2 $1.00
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