Join Bill and Odell on Finding Common Ground as they sit down with Marikay Abuzuaiter, who is now running for mayor of Greensboro. In this engaging conversation, they explore the vibrant tapestry of neighborhood identities and the challenges faced by youth in the community. Marikay shares her inspiring journey in public service, from her early days as a small business owner to her current role as mayor pro tem. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration across political divides, community safety, and infrastructure development. With her deep roots in Greensboro, Marikay emphasizes the need for strong police-community relations and innovative solutions to address issues like gang violence and housing shortages. This episode is a compelling look at how leadership and community engagement can drive meaningful change in Greensboro.

Learn more about Marikay HERE

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Neighborhood Identity and Youth Challenges

03:26 The Importance of Local Politics

06:32 Introducing Marikay: A Journey in Public Service

13:06 Resilience in Politics: Mary Kay's Campaign Journey

21:52 Economic Development and Teamwork in Greensboro

29:16 Challenges of Growth: Housing and Workforce Development

33:17 Collaboration Across Divides

35:16 Community Safety and Infrastructure

36:55 The Family Justice Center's Impact

43:51 Police Relations and Community Trust

48:01 Addressing Gang Violence

50:38 Campaign Strategies and Communi

ty Engagement

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