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The podcast was created by Dion D. Banks and Kisha Petticolas, Cofounders of the Eastern Shore Network for Change. This collection of interviews was recorded and produced by ESNC board member Verlisha Taylor as a part of an event called “Reflections on Pine,” a series of events held in July 2017 to commemorate the civil unrest in Cambridge, Maryland, during the “Long Hot Summer of 1967”. These interviews focus on Cambridge during a time that, for many people, had been ignored. The first six episodes feature stories from Clarabell Tilghman, Barbara Pinder, William “Pee Wee” Jackson, Gloria Richardson, Fred Jackson, and Mayor Victoria Jackson-Stanley.“We will continue to challenge the perceptions of our community by reclaiming our narrative and sharing our truth. Our story of hope, faith, and change; a story of world-class leadership and a resilient community who decided not to accept the status quo as an option,” said Banks. “We are very proud of these first six episodes and hope more people will decide to share their stories with us. We encourage you to listen and connect with our interviewees as they share first-hand life experiences during civil unrest,” said Petticolas. ESNC’s mission is to raise awareness of issues in Dorchester County and creatively work with the community to inform, educate, and foster change, leading to social and economic empowerment. For more information about the organization, visit our website, http://www.esnccambridgemd.com.
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Sunday Sep 30, 2018
Sunday Sep 30, 2018
In this episode entitled "This Little Light" pays tribute to Mayor Victoria Jackson - Stanley, 1st African American and female mayor of Cambridge, Maryland.
Victoria Jackson-Stanley was born August 20th, 1953 to Fred and Betty Jackson during the time of segregation in Cambridge, Maryland. She was among the first black students to attend the previously all-white Cambridge High School.
The town had a history of racial unrest, with racial tension making headlines in the 1960's. By the 1970's, the town and schools were integrated.
During a time of racial segregation, Mayor Jackson-Stanley had firsthand experiences of the movement provided by her father, Fred Jackson, who became one of the strongest advocates for economic rights as well as desegregation.
On June 10, 2008, in a non-partisan election, Jackson-Stanley and incumbent Mayor Cleveland Rippon won the right to face each other in the July general election. Residents agreed that economic growth and other concerns were more important than gender and race.
Jackson-Stanley was sworn in on July 21, 2008, for her 1st term, and again on July 2012 for her second and is currently in her third term after being reelected in 2016.
We honor and celebrate the leadership and commitment of Mayor Victoria Jackson-Stanley. She is the hope and the dream of those who fought for our rights and freedom.
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