Questlove Supreme
QLS Classic: Jemele Hill Part 2
Feb 26, 2024
The game changing Jemele Hill discusses her favorite things, from Detroit and Michael Jackson to why local politics matter. She also shares her top 5 albums of all time. The podcast covers topics like the Malice at the Palace brawl, corruption and gentrification in Detroit, the power of voting and political engagement, and the challenges of being a musician on the road.
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- Gentrification in Detroit raises concerns about its impact on marginalized neighborhoods and the importance of participating in local politics to address inequalities.
- Kwame Kilpatrick's scandalous tenure as mayor of Detroit contributed to negative perceptions of the city and reinforced biases.
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The Impact of Gentrification on Detroit
Gentrification has transformed parts of Detroit, with the rise of farm-to-table restaurants, luxury hotels, and renovated buildings. While some see this as a positive development, others, like the podcast host, have concerns about its impact. They mention how gentrification often stops at a certain point, leaving other neighborhoods untouched. The host stresses the importance of also participating in local politics to effect real change in addressing structural inequalities and institutional racism.
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