June 12, 2019
Chicago at the Crossroad opens a rare historical window into the systematic creation of poverty stricken communities plagued by gun violence.
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Chicago At The Crossroads Premieres at the American Black Film Festival
As Chicago welcomes its history making new mayor, Lori Lightfoot, many residents are hopeful for a brighter future. “I am very optimistic about the new mayor,” begins Community Activist Afrika Porter. “She has talked a lot about reducing violence, putting more education programs in schools, building more schools that fit to the needs of our children in our community…. I think she is going to do exactly what she said she is going to do.”