How do you revitalize a city without gentrifying it? In this episode of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura goes to Buffalo, New York, where years of post-industrial stagnation have recently yielded to new economic growth. She interviews grassroots activists working to make sure that this local renaissance leaves their city more inclusive and equitable—not less. She explores how progressive, intersectional organizations are helping to create affordable housing and provide job training while fighting for social and environmental justice. Music featured in the middle: “Keep It Moving” by Lady Alma from her album Twilight, courtesy of MashiBeats.

Guests:

Kathryn Franco, City Council Candidate for the University District of Buffalo New York

Rachel Dominguez, Buffalo Parent Teacher Organization

Whitney Crispell, Community Activist

Larry Scott, Buffalo School Board

Vanessa Glushefski, Deputy Comptroller

John Washington, PUSH Buffalo

Asim Johnson, PUSH Buffalo

Harper Bishop, PUSH Buffalo

Rahwa Ghirmatizion, CEO PUSH Buffalo

Luz Velez, PUSH Buffalo

Geovaira Hernandez, Climate justice organizer, Push Buffalo

India Walton, Executive Director, Fruit Belt Community Land Trust

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