On this episode of INCOGNITO the podcast, Michael interviews Alderman Debra Silverstein! Alderman Silverstein has been the representative of Chicago’s 50th Ward since 2011, working tirelessly to make her neighborhood a better place for the many residents who call it home through both groundbreaking projects and everyday actions. In this episode, Michael and Alderman Silverstein discuss the importance of reaching out to others, opening yourself up to engagement with those in your community, and treating people with the respect and recognition that they deserve. Additionally, Alderman Silverstein shares her strategies for connecting a community by recognizing its diversity as its greatest strength above all.

Key Takeaways:

• Listen, but hear as well
• Be down to earth, honest, truthful
• Don’t wait for folks to come to you
• Provide information, have an open door, treat people with respect, and collaborate

Alderman Silverstein’s Media Recommendations:

• Schitt’s Creek (TV) on Netflix

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Find Alderman Silverstein’s work

• Chicago’s 50th Ward: www.50thwardchicago.com

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Thanks to Ned Doheny for providing our podcast music! You can find him and his music on Spotify.

Editing and co-production of this podcast by Nina Kissinger.

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