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Sabina Taj
Elevate Maryland
Elevate Maryland Podcast @PodcastElevate
We stand against racism and hate. And against the horrific killing of black men and women that continues to permeate our society & seems to be a part of the culture of our country. We must do better. Thank you to all who continue to speak up in solidarity. It’s time to act.
May 29th 2020
Candace and Tom interview Montgomery County Council-member Andrew Friedson about his fiscal note legislation, equity in governance, and budget priorities. He also discusses the Council’s advocacy for the continued allowance of alcohol sales by delivery. Read More
*** ELEVATE ACTION ALERT***
Howard County Citizens – Please email your representative on the County Council ask ask them to “Fund the New Cultural Center”. This project in Downtown Columbia includes over 80 units of affordable housing and has already been awarded federal funding, which would be lost if the Council decided to cut funding out of the FY2021 Capital Budget.
You can learn more about the New Cultural Center here. Read More
In this episode, Candace and Tom sit down with Zhubin Parang, producer and writer for The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. He discusses the process of deciding what to cover and whether they consider themselves an appropriate source of “news”. Zhubin also discussed his path from a big law firm to one of the most important comedy shows of our generation. Read More
In this interview, Candace and Tom sit down with President Obama’s Domestic Policy Advisor and author Cecilia Munoz to discuss her new book “More Than Ready”. In this discussion, we hit on the importance of elevating the voices of women and people of color. We also hit on the idea that the progressive movement sometimes masks important discussions about real inclusion and empowerment. Cecilia also has advice for how to moderate among competing egos and personalities. This is not an interview you’ll want to miss. Read More
Candace and Tom interview author, philanthropist, and community activist Wes Moore about his new book “Five Days: The Fiery Reckoning of an American City”, which was co-authored with Erica L. Green. In this discussion, Wes describes the many manifestations of poverty and inequity, including the uprising of 2015. He talks about how his experience has guided his work and the importance of “proximity” when trying to do the work of social justice. Read More
Candace and Tom interview Sam O’Neil- Senior Advisor in the Office of the County Executive for Baltimore County, Delora Sanchez Ifekauche, Principal at Cornerstone Government Affairs, and Mollie Byron, Director of Government Accountability for Prince George’s County about their experience being pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this interview, Candace and Tom talk with housing activist and author Randy Shaw about how progressive jurisdictions across the country are divided over the subject of housing. They discuss his new book, Generation Priced Out, and the generational divide that is exacerbating the high cost of housing. Mr. Shaw also touches on some of the opportunities provided by the COVID-19 crisis to help restaurants thrive and provide more people-centric cities. You can listen here. Read More
In this episode, Candace and Tom interview Dan Porterfield, the President & CEO of The Aspen Institute about his career in higher education, his Baltimore roots, and where he believes we should be investing during this time of crisis. He also explains why he sees education as the “essential moral gesture” our society offers to its members and must be protected in times of limited resources. Read More
In this interview, Candace and Tom talk with housing activist and author Randy Shaw about how progressive jurisdictions across the country are divided over the subject of housing. They discuss his new book, Generation Priced Out, and the generational divide that is exacerbating the high cost of housing. Mr. Shaw also touches on some of the opportunities provided by the COVID-19 crisis to help restaurants thrive and provide more people-centric cities. Read More
Elevated Voices: May 3, 2020
This week we celebrated our 100th recording by welcoming Howard County Executive Calvin Ball back to the show. We discussed the challenges facing Howard County in addressing and overcoming COVID-19, the FY2021 budget, and his reflections after a year in office. Listen here.
Next week’s shows:
Tuesday, May 5th, 6:30 PM – Randy Shaw, author of Generation Priced Out
Thursday, May 7th, 6:30 PM – Dan Porterfield, CEO of The Aspen Institute Read More
A party in podcast form! Candace and Tom celebrate their 100th show by welcoming County Executive Calvin Ball back for his fourth appearance. They discuss Howard County’s response to COVID-19, the FY2021 Budget, Howard County’s new online dashboard, and the importance of every citizen completing the 2020 Census! The County Executive had a surprise up his sleeve for the end, which you won’t want to miss!
