(L-R) Mayor Steven L. Reed of Montgomery, AL, Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans, LA and Mayor Andre Dickens of Atlanta, GA

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At the most recent Pancakes and Politics forum III , three prominent Southern mayors, LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans, Steven L. Reed of Montgomery, and Andre Dickens of Atlanta, convened to discuss the unique leadership challenges faced by African American and female mayors in Republican-dominated states. The conversation was live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube, which drew national attention. Along with a mix of civic leaders, students, and policy advocates, the mayors offered a candid look at the pressures of governing while pushing for inclusive growth.

Mayor Cantrell highlighted the significance of securing over $500 milli

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