{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Count Time Now! ","title":"Power and Politics - Featuring Mayor Frank Jackson","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1863,"description":"Join Fred Ward in this engaging episode as he sits down with Frank Jackson, Cleveland's longest-standing mayor, to discuss power, politics, and community impact. Frank Jackson shares his journey from local advocacy to becoming a central figure in Cleveland's political scene. The conversation delves into the essence of political power, the structures of local government, and the indispensable role of community connections. They also explore the dynamics of systemic change and the importance of mobilizing at least 3% of the population to create significant societal shifts. Tune in to hear thought-provoking insights on how power can be leveraged for the greater good, and what it truly means to serve a community.00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement01:03 Discussing Power and Neighborhoods01:29 Insights on Cynical Voters Research01:54 Life After Retirement03:09 Journey into Politics03:51 Early Political Career and Advocacy04:22 Running for Council and Initial Challenges08:38 Council Dynamics and Leadership12:45 The Power of Politics13:18 Politics as a Vehicle for Change14:02 The Importance of Trust and Loyalty15:11 Educating on Reentry and Criminal Justice Reform15:47 The Power of Nonviolent Movements17:09 Impact of Felony Convictions17:45 Strategies for Mobilizing Impacted Communities19:39 Historical Context and the Underground Railroad20:42 Understanding Power and Its Uses24:16 Political Power and the Streets28:22 The Nature of Power and Its Acquisition","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rQmZCirpHPE-G7CYL-BOAPSRNzj80qx9WdHRMsT3-eI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYjM4/NTcxZTY4OTVhNDRj/MmM4NmM5ODZiZjZi/MTMxZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}