The city that churned out cars and trucks by the millions. The city that provided the tanks, jeeps, troop carriers and airplanes that fueled the greatest War the world had ever seen. The city that witnessed the birth of the Middle Class.
The children and grandchildren of the laborers that built this great city are waking up to a new world. A world where personal enrichment and instant gratification Trumps the truth. A world where the detritus of gluttony and greed clog our rivers, spoil our once pristine beaches and cook the firmament.
Cities are made up of more than factories and short sighted decision makers. The true essence of a city are the people. The people are a powerful force.
All pictures are courtesy of Nik, except for the Greta Thunberg picture. The energy, love and humanity are courtesy of my Detroit neighbors.
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The Honorable Hazen Pingree presiding.
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I’m listening
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This kid kept jumping around in front of me. He wanted to make sure I got a pic of his sign. I was glad to oblige, especially since he got that Detroit D right.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
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Woodward Ave. just short of Campus Martius. They were holding a tribute to The Detroit Youth Choir at the Campus so everybody quieted down so that the people could hear the choir. The choir came in 2nd in America’s Got Talent. The city is quite proud. That’s the old Hudson’s site right across the street.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
She was shilling for a Law Firm. Some T Rex’s just don’t get it.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
I believe every political movement and political party in the Detroit Metro area was present. I’m not a big believer in labels. If you have a sane approach to the future, I have an open ear. Call me a collectivist. Call me a Socialist. I don’t care. I take these pictures to show the World the human side of my city and my world. So, call me a Humanist.
That one I like.
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This is a Union Town. These people are used to putting their feet on the ground and their hearts on their sleeve. It never gets old.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
She winked at me. Twice.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
It was easy to pick out the Boomers. Fewer tattoos and no bare midriffs. No jean ventilation either.
Greta Thunberg. courtesy of independent.co.uk In every interview I have seen with her, she eschews the celebrity and puts the cause forefront.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
Yes it isgraffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
I guess step 1 is to ventilate your pants.
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The other side says ‘Eat at Joes’. The guy is a professional.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
This dog had about had it with the speeches. He was ready to hit the streetsgraffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
Wonder Woman with her Mom and sisters. Brave Little Heroes.graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19graffitti.home.blog Detroit Climate Action March 9/20/19
With a smile like that, you can sign me up.
I agree Kathleen. The Jimmy Cliff song is from around 1983. All these years the musicians have been spreading the word and yet those in power refuse to act. I do think that the children will have an impact. If not, then it’s time to overthrow the government and throw every lobbyist and politician that is on the take, into the Bermuda Triangle. Without a life vest.
StreetRhythms 
❤️. The Marvin Gaye song is STILL relevant. What a shame.
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I agree Kathleen. The Jimmy Cliff song is from around 1983. All these years the musicians have been spreading the word and yet those in power refuse to act. I do think that the children will have an impact. If not, then it’s time to overthrow the government and throw every lobbyist and politician that is on the take, into the Bermuda Triangle. Without a life vest.
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Very nice shots! What a great day!!!
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Thank you, Annie. It’s always great getting your feedback.
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