Protecting Greensboro: Leadership That Puts Families First
As Greensboro grapples with a staggering rise in crime, our City Council’s failure to address public safety is more evident than ever. With 26 homicides reported this year and a police department operating 90 officers short, the urgency for real leadership is clear. Our brave officers are leaving for better opportunities, leaving our community vulnerable. It’s time for a change—time to create an environment that attracts and retains the best law enforcement talent. Join me in demanding accountability and action for a safer Greensboro. The time for excuses has passed; the time for real leadership is now.
Greensboro’s Public Safety Crisis: Time for Real Leadership
As Greensboro grapples with a staggering rise in crime, our City Council’s failure to address public safety is more evident than ever. With 26 homicides reported this year and a police department operating 90 officers short, the urgency for real leadership is clear. Our brave officers are leaving for better opportunities, leaving our community vulnerable. It’s time for a change—time to create an environment that attracts and retains the best law enforcement talent. Join me in demanding accountability and action for a safer Greensboro. The time for excuses has passed; the time for real leadership is now.
The American Dream is Under Attack in Greensboro – And I Have a Plan to Save It
When I bought my first home here in Greensboro thirty-five years ago, I never imagined I’d be writing about how property taxes are crushing families’ dreams of homeownership. Last month, I sat across from a young couple who’d been saving for three years to buy their first home. When their lender ran the numbers including projected property taxes, they realized they couldn’t afford it. ‘We might have to move to High Point or Winston,’ she told me, tears in her eyes. That conversation haunts me because I know they’re not alone. Runaway property taxes don’t just hurt current homeowners – they’re destroying the pathway to homeownership for an entire generation.
Remembering Jim Melvin: A Wonderful Man and Visionary Leader
Reflecting on the passing of former Greensboro Mayor Jim Melvin, who devoted over five decades to transforming our city through visionary leadership and unwavering service. Just weeks ago, I had the privilege of sharing lunch with this remarkable 90-year-old at Bryan Park, where his passion for Greensboro’s future remained as strong as ever. From his humble beginnings in Warnersville to championing the Toyota megasite project, Jim’s legacy reminds us what true servant leadership looks like—and why his optimistic vision for our community’s next decade will continue inspiring long after his passing.
A Reflection on Servant Leadership in Divided Times
After 47 years as a business owner, I’ve learned that true leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room or pushing your own agenda. It’s about listening, serving others, and building bridges. Pastor Brown’s message today reminded me why these principles matter even more in public service. When he shared the story of Nurse Edith Cavell, who cared for soldiers from every nation because ‘Christ has called me to care for ALL people regardless of their nationality,’ I found myself leaning forward in my pew. That’s what servant leadership looks like. It’s about serving every person who needs our help, whether they voted for me or against me, whether they’re conservative or liberal.
Greensboro’s Past Meets Its Future: Civil Rights Pioneer Clarence Henderson Shares Vision for City Leadership
Civil rights legend Clarence Henderson, who made history at the 1960 Woolworth lunch counter sit-in, shared powerful insights about leadership and Greensboro’s future during our remarkable meeting. ‘Politicians are a dime a dozen but real leaders are priceless,’ Henderson told me, emphasizing the importance of courageous leadership in transforming our city. From economic development to youth empowerment through property ownership, our two-hour conversation revealed a shared vision for Greensboro’s growth and prosperity.