Authentically Detroit

The Making of Black Detroit

Donna & Orlando

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Authentically Detroit is launching a new series on Economic Fairness in the city of Detroit!

Donna and Orlando kick off the series with a discussion on the history of Black Detroit. Donna gives a brief history lesson that gives some background on how Detroit became one the the Blackest cities in America.  

The duo also discuss Shot Spotter technology and federal funding announced for the I-375 highway.

Be sure to keep up with the series if you're interested in learning more about the real Detroit!

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IS SHOT SPOTTER EFFECTIVE? DATA ON DETROIT TECHNOLOGY FUELS DEBATE 

FEDS TO ANNOUNCE FUNDING TO CONVERT BUSY I-375 TO LOWER SPEED BOULEVARD 

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