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“We must take the profit out of prejudice.”

Quote by Coleman Young

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Coleman Young was the 53rd Mayor of Detroit, serving from 1974 to 1994. He was the first African American mayor of the city and is remembered for his efforts to improve Detroit's infrastructure and economic development. His tenure was marked by challenges including racial tensions and economic decline. more

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