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Councilman Baines shares thoughts on the current racial climate locally and nationally on VBTalk Rad

  • Jul 18, 2016
  • 1 min read

Valley Black Talk Radio talks to community activist Taymah Jahsi and councilman Oliver Baines to discuss the current tension between the black community and police

(FRESNO, CA)--With the recent shootings and protests locally and throughout the nation, black citizens are questioning their level of safety and protection from peace officers.

Diverse protesters have expressed in emotional roars their distaste for the proximity shooting of two black men by police.

In an in-depth discussion with Valley Back Talk Radio show hosts, community activist and leader Taymah Jahsi and city of Fresno councilman Oliver Baines share about their personal experiences with law enforcement as well as viable solutions that can bridge the two communities to a better understanding.

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