A local advocate invited the community, along with local public figures, to speak their mind with a civil discussion on concerns that impact our area.
A Freedom of Speech town hall allowed residents to meet with a panel of community members for an open dialogue.
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Various topics were discussed, such as housing and food security, along with information on rights and responsibilities.
Organizers hope this can promote a lasting positive impact for Erie by educating the public and exchanging ideas, as well as coming up with strategic action plans.
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Deonte Cooley, community advocate and host of the town hall, said, “A lot of decisions that are made are made for us as citizens, and oftentimes we don’t speak to our concerns. We just let things happen, so I think it’s important for us to start having these conversations, as well as understand what we can do to support one another to build our community up.”…