Ismail and Jamal begin by discussing narrative change and what that means after more negative news floods the community following an altercation at the debate between the mayor and one of his challengers. Ismail challenges the privilege of "failing fast" while Jamal discusses what shaw high school was like as an up-the-hill teen and what exactly does it mean to "peak out".  Ismail reveals that he is a GED holder while Jamal cops to failing second grade and they both discuss what it was like going to school during the time of legalized Corporal punishment. In closing, extractive capitalism is bought into the conversation as they get into the difference between Economic justice and Economic Development. We are tired of talking about the problems all the time, what are the solutions?The challenges of challenging status quo development, real-timeA city with no bank. GE closes last division operating in EC and moves to Beachwood Loiter is a place and a conceptThe scarcity mindset The effects of living close to multi-million dollar development that's not for youLOITER A STRATEGIC EFFORT TO BUILD A FUTURE FOR EAST CLEVELANDERS.Loiter takes on its provocative name as a direct challenge to the city’s criminalized narrative. It actively invites and encourages residents to commune, interact, and appreciate their community in welcoming public retail and agricultural spaces. Unfortunately, this is not a current reality and we are committed to do something about it. What makes Loiter so unique is that Loiter is not just a place—it’s also a mindset. To us, Loiter means to actively seek out people and places that convey a sense of safety and belonging.https://loiter.us

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