Detroit is facing a pivotal moment in its history, with the convergence of long-term counter-revolutionary projects threatening to undermine the city's values and vision for the future. The Tea Party, white Christian nationalism, and the merging of state and corporate power are just a few examples of the divisive forces at play, all based on clearly articulated values about who belongs and who does not.
However, amidst this turmoil, there is also a growing sense of urgency among community leaders and activists to reclaim Detroit's values and vision. Organizations like the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights are working tirelessly to build a new world anew, guided by a set of clear values that prioritize dignity, worth, and the right to flourish for all people.
The key to building this new world lies in having a shared understanding of what we value and what kind of world is possible. It requires us to slow down, name our beliefs, and treat them as the foundations of imagination and blueprint for radical world-building.
But vision is never neutral. Our values are the brick and mortar of radical imagination and of the political projects that accompany it. When we move forward without naming our values, we weaken the durability and efficacy of our project.
Being clear-eyed about our values acts as a signal flare for those seeking values-aligned community and an indispensable recruitment tool to bring others with us. It also becomes an instrument of accountability for those within the movement and for those whom the movement claims to represent.
The future is not something happening to us; it is something we are building together, every day. If we commit to life-affirming principles, organize around them with discipline and love, and stay accountable to the communities we serve, we can turn vision into infrastructure, policy, and practice.
Detroit's greatest resource is the clarity of our values and the breadth of our imagination. It's time for us to come together, build a new world anew, and create a future that is worthy of our highest aspirations.
However, amidst this turmoil, there is also a growing sense of urgency among community leaders and activists to reclaim Detroit's values and vision. Organizations like the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights are working tirelessly to build a new world anew, guided by a set of clear values that prioritize dignity, worth, and the right to flourish for all people.
The key to building this new world lies in having a shared understanding of what we value and what kind of world is possible. It requires us to slow down, name our beliefs, and treat them as the foundations of imagination and blueprint for radical world-building.
But vision is never neutral. Our values are the brick and mortar of radical imagination and of the political projects that accompany it. When we move forward without naming our values, we weaken the durability and efficacy of our project.
Being clear-eyed about our values acts as a signal flare for those seeking values-aligned community and an indispensable recruitment tool to bring others with us. It also becomes an instrument of accountability for those within the movement and for those whom the movement claims to represent.
The future is not something happening to us; it is something we are building together, every day. If we commit to life-affirming principles, organize around them with discipline and love, and stay accountable to the communities we serve, we can turn vision into infrastructure, policy, and practice.
Detroit's greatest resource is the clarity of our values and the breadth of our imagination. It's time for us to come together, build a new world anew, and create a future that is worthy of our highest aspirations.
it's crazy how much is going on at once, from the tea party to community activism, but at the end of the day it all comes down to what we value as a society and who gets to benefit from those values 
if we can get people on the same page and start building towards a future that's inclusive for everyone, i think we could create something truly amazing 
. Can't we just have a straightforward thread title without having to wade through a sea of irrelevant threads to get to the good stuff? And don't even get me started on the formatting issues... it's like they raided a template from the dark ages 
. On the bright side, I do love seeing people passionate about building a better world for everyone 
. We need more conversations that focus on community and shared values, not just endless debates about who's "right" or "wrong".
Detroit's greatest strength lies in its people, not in any ideology or special interest group 
. The city's values are rooted in the resilience of its residents, who have faced countless struggles and come out stronger on the other side 
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I think it's so inspiring to see Detroiters taking control of their city's future! It's not going to be easy, but when people come together with a shared vision for what they want, amazing things can happen 
. We need more folks who are willing to put in the work to build a world that truly values everyone's dignity and worth 
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. But at the same time, I think it's cool that community leaders are fighting back and trying to build a new vision for the city 
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if we wanna build somethin new. it's not just about gettin past the hate & divisiveness, it's about identifin what we stand 4 in the first place 
gotta slow down, get clear-eyed 'bout what we wanna achieve, and be willin to name the elephant in the room 
Detroit has been through some crazy stuff but it's amazing to see all these community leaders coming together to build a new vision for the city! 
Can't wait to see what Detroit comes up with next! 
