Episode
The Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
48:49
Published: Wed Apr 28 2021
Description
The Improvement Association PAC’s power in the county is threatened when an unlikely candidate enters the race for county commissioner. Plenty of people outside the PAC now have their own ideas about how to build Black political power here. Zoe examines what this election could mean for the PAC’s future.
Chapters
The Blading County Board of Commissioners race is happening, where Cogdale is running for re-election against a black and white opponent, which could signify a split in the black vote influenced by Minnie Price.
00:00 - 01:34 (01:34)
Summary
The Blading County Board of Commissioners race is happening, where Cogdale is running for re-election against a black and white opponent, which could signify a split in the black vote influenced by Minnie Price.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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Two individuals discuss the perception surrounding race and how societal stereotypes can shape interactions with people of different races.
01:34 - 04:26 (02:51)
Summary
Two individuals discuss the perception surrounding race and how societal stereotypes can shape interactions with people of different races.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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Cogdale discovers that Mark's campaign is being financially supported by some of the white families that run downtown Elizabethtown and fears that if elected, Mark will set things back for black people in the county.
04:26 - 11:25 (06:59)
Summary
Cogdale discovers that Mark's campaign is being financially supported by some of the white families that run downtown Elizabethtown and fears that if elected, Mark will set things back for black people in the county.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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The PAC is working to secure a public written commitment by the County Commission to distribute sales tax money towards specific listed goals in an equitable manner.
11:25 - 20:06 (08:40)
Summary
The PAC is working to secure a public written commitment by the County Commission to distribute sales tax money towards specific listed goals in an equitable manner. The PAC members on the commission are constantly questioning where money is going and pushing for transparency.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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A black man running for the position of sheriff in Bladen County, NC explains how white people in the area tend to support black individuals who they have under their control, but claims that his run was motivated by the support of fellow black community members who are fed up with the status quo.
20:06 - 24:17 (04:11)
Summary
A black man running for the position of sheriff in Bladen County, NC explains how white people in the area tend to support black individuals who they have under their control, but claims that his run was motivated by the support of fellow black community members who are fed up with the status quo.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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The speaker does not believe that taking money from white donors makes someone a pawn in the white man’s master plan, while also discussing a speech given by Willie Lynch to slave owners in the 1700s, and how it relates to issues of control and manipulation today.
24:17 - 31:19 (07:01)
Summary
The speaker does not believe that taking money from white donors makes someone a pawn in the white man’s master plan, while also discussing a speech given by Willie Lynch to slave owners in the 1700s, and how it relates to issues of control and manipulation today.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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The transcript explores the complex issue of whether or not it is possible to trust and work with white people, and how this impacts individuals' lives and career opportunities.
31:19 - 37:04 (05:45)
Summary
The transcript explores the complex issue of whether or not it is possible to trust and work with white people, and how this impacts individuals' lives and career opportunities.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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The election of a black county commissioner in a predominantly white area raises concerns for one organization, as they feel it may be a step back for the black community.
37:04 - 42:51 (05:46)
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The election of a black county commissioner in a predominantly white area raises concerns for one organization, as they feel it may be a step back for the black community.
EpisodeThe Improvement Association - Ep. 5: ‘Democrat, Republican, White, Black, Green’
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The history of race and politics in Bladen County, NC is complex, but recent contests suggest that voters are still largely polarized along racial lines, with accusations of cheating and strategic voter splitting still prevalent.
42:51 - 48:43 (05:52)
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The history of race and politics in Bladen County, NC is complex, but recent contests suggest that voters are still largely polarized along racial lines, with accusations of cheating and strategic voter splitting still prevalent.