Jason Belton, Co-Founder of Vision Walkers, Discusses the Importance of Grassroots Organizing in Marginalized Communities

Rep. Jermaine Johnson interviews Jason Belton, co-founder of Vision Walkers, an organization focused on organizing and empowering marginalized communities. They discuss the importance of grassroots organizing, the need for elected officials to be accessible and engaged with the community, and the strategies for supporting Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election. Belton emphasizes the importance of investing in existing community organizations and prioritizing inclusivity. They also highlight the role of servant leadership and the need for elected officials to see themselves as delegates of the community.

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