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All Black Everything:

COMMENTARY Vol. 87 – No. 3 | September 20-26, 2023

Detroit’s UAW‘Affordable Housing’ Isn’t and Excellence at the 10th Annual Michigan Chronicle 40 Under 40 Strike ATriple Night of Elegance Against Detroit Affordable for the Automakers Average Detroiter By Ebony JJ Curry

By Jeremy Allen SENIOR REPORTER EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Late week, Thursday Last Detroitnight, Mayor Sept. Mike Duggan, City 14, a historic moment unfolded and Lt. Gov. Council President Mary Sheffield, in American relations as Garlin Gilchristlabor were joined by community leadthe and United Auto Workers (UAW) ers developers to celebrate the grand opening union a strike housing against developments of two initiated 100% affordable Ford,downtown General Motors near Detroit.(GM), and Stellantis. For the first time, Brush Park Apartments, a $19-million dethe union took simultaneous velopment, features 53 affordable units and action against all three major Deabout 3,800 square feet of commercial space. A troit-based automakers. The action mile away is MLK on 2nd: a involves approximately 13,000 33-unit, $11.5-million project UAW members in assembly plants that will also feature groundacross Michigan, Ohio, and Misfloor commercial space, which souri, who walked off their jobs troiters. The symbolism of Black beekeepers revitalizing niably commendable. By Ebony JJ Curry officials said will be “bringafter existing labor contracts extheir city is a powerful testament to the resilience and Amidst the glitz and glamour, the event also showSENIOR REPORTER ing more amenities to not just pired at 11:59 p.m. ingenuity of our community. cased the diversity of talent within our community. From residents of the building, but Shortly beforeall midnight on As the night unfolded, we had the privilege of hon- Paris T. Prichard, a forensic scientist pushing the boundDetroiters whoofcall thesedeterminan a breathtaking celebration talent, Sept. 14, GM released a statement oring other outstanding individuals, each carving their aries of her field, to math wizards like Donna Laster, who neighborhoods home.” Out of tion, and the unyielding spirit of Black excellence, expressing disappointment with the Chronicle combined 86 units its across the Michigan marked 10th Annual own path to success. Clement “Fame” Brown, the crethe strike action,40 despite offering both developments, are con-This year’s ative mind behind Three Thirteen Detroit’s Brand Name, 40 Under event Thursday 63 evening. See 40 UNDER 40 page A2 what termed ansidered “deeply affordable,” for soirée,it drenched in“unprecedented the theme “All Black Everything with received the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award. economic package” thatearning included Jeremy Allen those 60 percent area Gold Accents,” transcended expectations and essential- Brown’s commitment to empowering the city through historic wage increases. Stellantis median income (AMI) or below, with the remainly illuminated the golden gems within the true essence fashion and entrepreneurship has left an indelible mark. der being excellence. “affordable,”Hosted and available house- duo of of Black by the for charismatic “Entrepreneur of the year – that’s a big deal,” said holds 80 Lynzee percent Mychael AMI or below. Andreearning Ash and from Michigan Chroni- Brown. “It’s always an honor to be honored and it’s cle’s Friday, the night was an a triumph In Finally recent years, Detroit has seen explosionfor the city always a blessing to be in a room full of so many talentof the Detroit and its vibrant young Black pro- ed, accomplished, and popular people that look like me. in construction of newcommunity multifamilyofhousing fessionals. I’m geeked. I started making and selling clothes as a kid developments, many of which claim to offer “affordable housing.” Developers city officials The evening sparkled withand a golden promise as we and I always knew that I would have a business, but I tout these projects as crucial steps toward revicelebrated remarkable individuals from various walks never knew it would be Detroit’s brand name business, DPD Chief James White Says Increased economic disparities so I take a lot of pride in the fact that our business rep-have persisted for crisis disproportionately impacting talizing city the and honorees addressingwere a long-standing of life. the Among the brilliant and By vi- Ebony JJ Curry Police Presence CulledNearly Violence generations. Black households. 700,000 Michour city’s pride.” housing However, while theseNicole new desionary shortage. co-founders of Detroit Hives, Lindsey and SENIORresents REPORTER iganders carry medical debt. “This year, velopments are Jackson. being marketed as affordable, the changed Housing affordability is a pressing Timothy Paul Their work has not only Taking home the Corporate Excellence Award was Ashlet’s work across the aisle to reduce medreality is far from what most and Detroit residents issue. Engagement Since taking at office, By the Andre Whitmer the landscape of beekeeping urban farming in De- Dannis Mitchell, Director Community ichigan families are of facing DIGITAL ANCHOR icalmending debt so being sick orinflicted getting hurt nessand district that had been lifeblood housing of towards can the wounds on administration hasthesupported troitafford. but also disappointment exemplified thein transformative impact highMalow. costs, job insecurity, By Ebony JJ CurryBarton also expressed doesn’t also mean being broke forbethe Black Detroiters and restoring a sense of the community. initiatives, but for Detroiters facing genBlack professionals can have on their communities. an uncertain economic future. The term “affordable housing” is defined by “It is so important to recognize that there are young SENIOR REPORTER a statement, saying the company rest of your life.” Wayne County ExecA string of shootings in longing that was so callously torn away in trification and displacement, the concern The question remains: how much of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban DeIt’s a that history marred “Togetherwent we have created a social, environmental, leaders across the country, many are born herebyin pain, injusimmediately into contingenutive Warren Greektown in past. mid-April left Evans highlighted the sucthe isn’tand justI about building more homes— the policy talk tangible For manyLindDetroiters, Interstate 375, into or city velopment as that costssaid no more tice,nationally and economic devastation. More than and financial impact through bees,” Jackson. Detroit. I translates represent our tell people, cy mode to (HUD) protect itshousing operations. cess of local in is addressing this both visitors and residents ofprograms it’s about who can afford them. “This change for Black communities? GoverI-375, long been‘Yea just another stretch of from than 30% of athat household’s income. for manyhas The I-375 Boulevard Project about more sey followed sentiment with,But “It is through our local 130,000 residents,ofprimarily I’m a D-girl I’m the west-side Detroit,’”Black, were The UAW has branded the inissue. “Easing debt ensures that people this bustling des- historical year, let’s invest $2 billion to build, buy, Whitmer took the more stage at displaced. highway, concrete artery connectDetroiters, theand new so-called affordable units thandowntown just correcting injustices; it’s partnerships collaborative efforts urban that we existnor inaGretchen Mitchell expressed. “But importantly, I’ve been able forcibly Families were uprooted, dustrial action as the “Stand-Up more money in their pockets, tinationlargest in awe. can Onekeep of these or fix nearly 11,000 the 2025 State ofTo thesome, Stateit’s Address, ing and different parts oftothe city. simply The city’s the average over 28aren’t plus accessible. locations managing health of 4.5 milhave experiences within andeindustry that not many ofhomes...the generational wealth was obliterated, and a about redefining the future. It will connect Strike,” focusing on specific plants whichDetroit helps keep the lights on and put shootings tragically claimed housing investment in Michigan histolivering seventh sheofcovered a movement merea convenience; toher others, it’sspeech; an unremean household –income, of 2024,our paints downtown to surrounding neighborlion honeybees humblyasspeaking has us, specifically women color, have the opportunity to thriving community was torn asunder. The within each automaker. UAW food on the table.” If these relief efforts the life of a popular and bery,” Whitmer said. Will these homes be jobs,in and But inflicted markable parthousing, of their daily commute. stark picture of locally, why these developments aren’t inspired others nationally, and even internationengage andeconomic I’veHowbeenrelief. thewounds youngest personby in the room, I-375 run deep, tran- hoods, bridging the gap that was placed upon President Shawn Fain stated, “This expand, they could provide critical filoved security guard followaffordable for Black families who continwhat does that mean for Black Detroiever, there’s a deeper, far more troubling as affordable as they are made out to be. Accordally to take on similar missions.” the only Black person in the room, the andphysical the onlybarrier Sistah of ina freeway to the city decades ago. scending strategy will keep the companies nancial stability for families trapped ing a dispute with a patron. ue to face discriminatory lending prac- Today, the resurgence of Paradise Valleyin who historically been left beneath ters, the of this seemingly ing Detroit to the U.S. Census Bureau, theorganization medianstory housethe have room, and I really had toout articulate the importance penetrate the very soul of Black Detroiters. a pioneering founded by surface guessing. ItHives, will give our nationcycles of medical debt. The male suspect allegedly tices and rising property taxes? of economic booms and disproportionordinary freeway—aof story of pain, hold income Detroit isharnesses approximately $35,000, showing up,displacegiving chances others won’t, standsbefore as a fleeing testament to the indomitable Lindsey andinJackson, Thiswhen painful legacy can and be traced back al negotiators maximum leveragethe power of urban beeshot the guard Energy costs are also major burden. ately impacted by downturns? ment, and the lasting impact on Black Detroiwhile the mean income is $44,000. This stands in “Governor Whitmer’s State of the being persistent.” As a trailblazing Black woman thrivspirit of Black Detroiters andathe enduring keeping to revitalize neighborhoods in the Motor City. to the nation’s interstate highway program and flexibility in bargaining. And the scene, whileDetroiters his female already payThis some of the dishighters. issues like“Right sharp contrast to the actual prices of thecritical “affordState speech addressed critical issues, ing in a predominantly male-dominated industry, her now, families and businesses legacy of Black excellence. historic Their initiative not only addresses of 1956—a program that aimed to companion connect if we need to go all out, we will. is accused of conest utility rates in the state, with many able” units being developed in the city. but it fell short of the bold action needed commitment to country fortifying connections are facing costs and uncertainty The tale begins inunwavering whathigh is now Lafayette trict, once vibrant for Black businessenvironmental but also provides valuable DPD Chief James White the butthe often did so at the expense Everything is onconservation the table.” Union cealing the weapon in aher bra. hub households facing shut-offs during to tackle the isdeepening housing crisis, between businesses and Detroit’s undefromastariffs our national politics are communities Park, known Blackand Bottom—a neighSince have 2019, 77employment multifamily housing sites have es andBlack culture, is experiencing a renaissance education andalso opportunities toonce Black Deof marginalized communities. In the case of leaders indicated that the unfolded coldest Whitmer’s These incidents during an unseasonably rising economic inequality, and ongoing divided. Michiganders culture are tired I-375, of theit meant rooted in African-American that harkens back months. to its glory days. Theexpandeadditional plants couldHOUSING be target- Pageborhood carving a path through the sion of the Michigan Energy Assistance warm spring, leading to increased pedestrian traffic and See AFFORDABLE A-2 attacks on the working class,” said Scott games and want strong, bipartisan leadand history. Named after its dark, fertile heart of Black Detroit, reinforcing segrega- struction of Black Bottom may have torn ed in future waves if negotiations Program could help. “Everyone’s eyeheightened tensions in the densely populated downtown of Detroit ership. Let’s lead by example show Holiday, Executive Director soil, Black Bottom flourished during the mid- andtion, apart a thriving community, but the resolute remain stalled. and perpetuating inequality. area. brows raise when that first winter utiliAction. “We applaud Whitmer’s efforts the rest of the country how to get things 1900s, nurturing the dreams and aspirations determination of a new generation of entreFain clarified the union’s stratFor one aptlyourrecognize the harm ty bill and hits...Republicans and Democrats to to relieve communities of Themedical surge in crime the influxisofreclaiming visitors tothat Dedone,” Whitmer stated.Young, For Detroiters, of prominent Detroiters like Coleman preneurs and visionaries egy: “I want to give a major shoutcame together to do something caused by such projects, it is vital to note that debt and her push to strengthen our troit’s downtown core garnered the attention of theabout Dejob opportunities Joe Louis, andwhere numerous other Detroitremain leg- uneven, lost legacy. out to the thousands of members it...I was proud to signthem this somewhat expansion, some of the planners andchildren politicians behind schools so all receive a qualitroit Police Department (DPD), catching andname the rising costrenewal of living ends. But in the of urban in continues In which the heart ofsave Paradise Valley, Blackwho are on the picket lines right could 335,000 more Michithose projects built them directly through ty education. However, while Whitmer off guard. to vibrant push families out of stable the 1950s, this neighborhood was housing, owned businesses are not just flourishing Housing Resource Helpline in now fighting for all of us. The gan families hundreds on their energy By Andre Ash the heart of vibrant, populated communitouts Michigan’s economic momentum, what bipartisan solutions will shift the systematically dismantled, erased from the response to the challenges that James White, Chief ofoffering Police for the Detroit Police Debut thriving, diverse prodStand-Up Strike is a new approach bills.” How soon will services, thisflat-footed assistance ties—oftentimes to reinforce segregation and and DIGITAL ANCHOR the reality is stark: Black,partment, Brown economic landscape? map, and replaced by a lifeless stretch of as- residents said: “We were caught somewhat ucts, and experiences that pay homage to the face in navigating the to striking. Instead of striking all reach familieswebefore they the experience sometimeslow-income as part of a direct effort toright replace communities haveoutbeen phalt. the Bypaving design wentforinto spring Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist pastgate. while the way a prosperous complex system of neighborhoods. housing serplants at once, selectcontinues locals will be shut-offs? or eliminate Black Homelessness to left behind, and lifelong residents face deployment, which is less than the mid-summer deployII spoke about the importance of incluWhile the residential areas bore the brunt future. From jazz clubs to soul food restauvices. The helpline provides a called to stand up and walkwith out plagueonurban communities, growing With federal Jobsan and education are critical ecoBut now, after displacement. decades of enduring theandcuts ment, saw we violence thattofirst sive the economic “Governor Whitof this demolition, heart ofgrowth. Black Bottom, rants, thesay Blackuptick Press, in and art galleries to single pointlooming, of contact forstate people on strike.and This is our generation’s families individuals grappling the must step up. Whitnomic stability, yet young Black men scars of I-375, there is a glimmer of hope warm weekend.” mer and I areremained committed to building a housing assistance and its thriving business center, largely fashion boutiques, this revival is breathing seeking answer to the movement that built mer must make people-centered continue to lag in access to skilled to job with the challenges of making on the Plans havehistoric, been unveiled to White Michigan where can be horizon. untouched. Restaurants, theaters,every clubs,person and connects Chief attributes violence in Greektown life into the verythe essence of what once made them with the resources our sit-down strikescliof investments to keepfreeway Michigan opportunities. Whitmer addressed this, endsunion meet –inthe today’s economic transform this once-divisive intostrong— a this of their best selves and access health and bars—the very places that brought Detroit’s a combination weather conditions and a surge in popneighborhood a vibrant cultural epicen1937. told the 3 that Sept. they need. but that means prioritizing working announcing an executive directive to mate. We Whether it’sBigstruggling to vision of the ter. It’s a resurgence that extends beyond wealth. When we took our oaths, wethat seeks to right the wrongsulation. Black community together—were concen14 was the deadline and we meant Support for the helpline comes families over corporate profits.” boost their enrollment in tuition-free edmeet monthly mortgage payments past while heralding a new era of inclusivity promised a responsive government that trated around Hastings Street, the epicenter brick and it represents thethat resurHe explained, “ Wemortar; saw we it. gave the soaring companies ourcosts ecofrom the Gilbert Family Foundaucation andnumbers technicaldowntown training programs. or We coping with rental Medical debt is another financial would culture listen toinevery Michigander.” andThe community revitalization. of African-American the city. genceever. of a spirit that refuses to be subdued. have not seen, People are emerging from COVID nomic demands eight weeks ago tion, which has pledged $10 milin a housing market marked by of those commitments mustFueled be by more than $100 million Then, in a impact cruel twist of fate, Hastings lion andfrom there’s a Detroit feeling that in a post-COVID era… and it took more than a month to City we’re Councilman Fred Durhal over three years to fund the shockingly high prices, a variety measured in Black communities where the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Street, too, was obliterated a few years later, program. Wayne Metro and with the venues downtown and the reasons to come See STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS Page A-2 get to the table.” III, representing District 7, where Eastern Commuof factors contribute to the growproject making way for the Julie construction of I-375. and other partners, this ambitious down withMarket all the resides, activities that going on, we saw told theare Michigan Chronicle, union is pushing for a comSchneider nity Action Agency manages the ingThe issue of people becoming un- Meagan Dunn aims to create jobs, remove barriers to ecoThis marked the final blow, sealing the fate hundreds of more people and, in particularly, young “It’s still very early in the process, MDOT is 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 toBy restDonald one’s head and a warm “The city and its partners offer a lot of great services onthe thesituation. Michigan Civil Rights Commission. “We James to address meal, albeit sometimes for extended periods. For others, to help Detroiters with their housing needs, but they don’t have had time to lick our wounds and in some SENIOR WRITER The rise in visitors to thetoGreektown area is evident being unhoused means living in cars or makeshift outdoor mean much if people don’t know how to access them,” said ways, point fingers whose fault it was in last in data from Placer.ai, a location analytics company settings. Mayor Mike Duggan. “Thanks to the efforts of our partners year’s elections. However, now it’s time to get Saturday, Feb. 22, was an eventfully long day because of discrimination, but they specializing trends demographic insights By Mychael backintovisit the work at and hand, meaning how Demothe(MDP), generous The causes of homelessnessfor areLynzee as diverse andDemocratic complex and the Michigan Party as support of the Gilbert Family Foundation, were also coming because Black through geolocation-enabled mobile devices. From MULTIMEDIA crats can do better and address the issues caused have a simple process to guide residents to the right as the individuals experiencingthousands it. In response, the Cityconvened of we now ofJOURNALIST Democrats at the downwas some stuff. May 1-Aug. 27, current 2022,people there weredoing 1.3 million visitsWhen and by this administration.” housing resource Detroit has adopted a holistic approach to combat this issue. town Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and a growing number of programs to did Black people starttodoing things 655,000 visitors to Greektown, according Placer.ai. From the days of the Greathelp Mi- them.” said Hertel-led team will for the 2025 MDP Spring State Convention. “Providing services and high-quality housing to persons in thethe city? They started doing In the sameRoberson period this year, these numbers increased tobe gration when thousands of Black doing a lot ofthings listening to Democrats statewide, With homelessness the stakes now heightened by significant The Gilbert Family Foundation’s broader commitment at risk of or who are experiencing is a key in this area in the 1800’s. 1.4 million visits and 670,000 visitors. families flocked to Detroit in search adding that it be critical for thething Partythat to Republican victoriesDirector last November – nationally pledging $500 million to support projects across priority of the City of Detroit, said Julieand Schneider, In will the 1800’s the major of jobs a better life, to theinvolves pivAs Detroit’s continues tomessaging attract both presentdowntown betterthey andarea more effective on and statewide - Michigan Democrats turned out next ten years, with housing initiatives Detroit over the of Detroit’s Housing and Revitalization Department. were doing in Detroit is they otal role they played in the city’s residentsbroad and visitors, the police department has impleissueswere impacting Michiganders, includwith thethe focus to reboot, move forward, and win part of their contribution. being a significant the leaders in the fightthe against “This means focusing on building pipeline of supcultural and musical heritage, mented various enforcement measures to manage ining civil and human/women rights, inflation, future political races beginning in 2026. slavery. metal The Underground Railroad Notably, Detroit has witnessed a consistent decrease in portive housing and coordinating with the Continuum of an inBlack Detroiters have left creased population. Notably, detectors have been employment and workforce growth, and other However, toas the move forward, Democrats at the number of unhoused residents steadiis the rootGreektown in the city to of deter Detroit recent years, with Care What on the a delivery of critical resources suchon emergency delible mark city. However, strategically placed throughout theto Federal kitchen table issues thatBlack matter to everyone. the Convention had to first a new leaderall of this innovation that you ly declining. In 2019, approximately 7,847 people were unshelter, rapid rehousing, and diversion and prevention proin recent years, Detroit haselect expeillegal carrying of firearms. of our democracy in our lifetime, Michigan DemGovernment Shutdown Hertel’s pathway to victory ship team. Lavora Barnes, Michigan see coming later.” took an interesthousedDemocratand entered the City’s community response system. grams. It also means preserving and expanding affordable rienced significant gentrification, “We have strategically placed them at key points, “ ocrats are stepping up to fight back and protect ing turn, as his Musical opponent, Al Williams, despite ic Party Chair since 2019, chose not to about run for In 2021, 5,687 people experienced homelessness. housing options for Detroiters of all incomes and improving Could Mean which has raised concerns about like Aretha Chief explains. It has been alegends deterrent for some, our communities all across the state. We are White campaigning vigorously for MDP Chair for re-election following last November’s election. housing stability though comprehensive service of offerings the displacement long-standing Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and the According to the going City of since the start of the forand have tested it. youaside are legally a forJacqueline Detroiters? to Detroit, hold Republicans accountable eachsome months, chose to Ifstep on the carrying day of the Dancer Harris was the first African elected to available through the Detroit Barnes Housing Resource HelpLine Black residents. Similar to a American setting Motown sound emerged Defiscal year 2019 to 2021, Detroit saw a 28% decrease in the weapon and carrying a CPL, have a great day. Iffrom you’re and every time they’ve sold out middle-class election after discussions with Hertel and key chair the MDP. Celebrating FamilyServices and Division and Detroit Housing within HRD.” sun, there’s a rising spirit, and Black troit, providing a soundtrack for the Michiganders to pad thepage pocketsA2 of billionaires.” See Democratic leaders. COMBAT HOMELESSNESS POLICE PRESENCE Page A-2 Former State Sen.Detroit Curtis later Detroiters are reclaiming their Hertel, placeSeewho civil rights movement and inspirPerformance In May 2023, Roots the City of Detroit launched the Hertel will lead a multiracial leadership team “I wanted ing to step aside and promote for served director of Legislative Affairs for Gov. in the as city, despite the challenges generations. Motown unity Records, City.Life.Style. B1 Gretchen Party,” later Whitmer, was successful in his Feb. that includes African American Portia L. Rober- the Democratic posed by gentrification. founded by Williams Berry Gordy Jr.,told was the not son (First-Vice Chair) Bangladeshi Michigan addinglabel thatbut despite reports and Party west sides. Over time, theseand long after ourAmerican current phase of gen-Chronicle, 22 During bid to chair Michigan Democratic just a record a symbol of the the Great Migration, Dr. became Shahin Nazmul Hassan (Second-Vice Chair). to the contrary, he met all requirements necesneighborhoods centers of trification. moving forward. Black excellence and empowerment. thousands of Black families from sary totoDehave remained in as theDetroit voting faced processecoif Black culture and entrepreneurship. “The day was long, but at “Black the endpeople of thewere day,coming ready up my sleeves to ensure the“I’m South cametotoroll Detroit in search However, he chose. “This was not about me dropping out we came out with people energized and eager to According to Historian Jamon troit because Black churches were Democrats can booming deliver at automobile every level of the ballot of jobs in the nomic decline and population loss quitting; to work in onthe what’s to black happen in 2026 Jordon Blackget resilience city going here, schools were or here, and itinreally in Michigan,” Hertel saiddiscriminaafter securing the vicindustry. Despite facing the was late about 20th unifying, century, buildmany and then again in 2028,” said Roberson, the CEO hasScan roots that QR extend far before the Up its was BlackDigital businesses here,” said tory Party Chair. “As webuilt face the testthe Code to Sign for the Daily Newsletter tion as and segregation, they vi- fiercest See CURTIS HERTEL Page A-2 $1.00 of Focus: and one of eight “They commissioners and HOPE, will persist Jordon. were coming of course brant communities on the city’s east Great Migration $1.00 See LEGACY page A2

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