Community Connection - June 5 2026 - Tina Cosby with Week In Review Contributing Analyst James Patterson

Community Connection - June 5 2026 - Tina Cosby with Week In Review Contributing Analyst James Patterson

From Community Connection With Tina Cosby by Urban One

June 5, 2026 · 1h 40m

About this episode

Tina Cosby and James Patterson discuss community issues, economic development, and the importance of voting in the context of recent events.

This week on Community Connection, the conversation gets heated as Tina, James, Eric and listeners discuss the recent comments made by Lieutenant Governor Mike Pence's appointee, Mike Beckwith, who sparked outrage with his inflammatory remarks about Muslims. The hosts also delve into the topic of economic development and the impact of highway construction on black communities, highlighting the importance of voting and community involvement. The episode touches on the recent news that the Chicago Bears are considering moving their stadium to Hammond, Indiana, and the potential economic benefits it could bring to the area. The hosts also discuss the importance of knowing one's history and the role it plays in shaping the present. They share stories of successful black communities, such as Tulsa, Oklahoma, which thrived despite facing oppression and racism. The conversation also explores the topic of voting and its impact on the community. The hosts emphasize the importance of getting out and voting, citing the example of Special Field Order 15, a wartime order that gave land to freed slaves. They also discuss the need for community members to get involved and take ownership of…

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