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American Black Journal

After 70 years, Detroit lacks Black Congress member

For the first time in nearly 70 years, Detroit does not have an African American representative in Congress. Host Stephen Henderson leads a conversation with BridgeDetroit Executive Director and Editor Catherine Kelly to examine the changes in Detroit political power in Congress, and what impact the loss of African American representation may have on the city’s nearly 80% Black population.

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