Joe Budden’s $1M Patreon Post Sparks Words From Podcast Co-Hosts
Budden claims he just wanted to show the world that he had 30 million views
Whether he was flexin’ for social media or it was an honest mistake, former rapper Joe Budden revealed making nearly a million dollars on his Patreon channel, which set off a lengthy conversation with his co-hosts on a recent podcast.
Joe Budden, who used to record for the Def Jam label, found a successful career after making a little splash as a recording artist. Some would label him a one-hit wonder after his hit single, “Pump It Up,” but if you weren’t a Budden fan, you may not have heard much more from him after that. Now, he’s a podcast host and has a great following for his platform, The Joe Budden Podcast.
One day, Budden posted some very compelling numbers on his social media account. With a poor attempt at hiding the amount of money that landed in his account, internet sleuths were able to uncover the exact amount the former rapper pulled in. The numbers allegedly revealed a monthly total, which showed he has approximately 155,000 members who subscribe to his Patreon, amounting to 30.2 million views. What was the amount of money Budden pocketed? $931,000.
The co-hosts, specifically QueenzFlip, brought the conversation to Budden to ask why he would reveal such private yet talk-worthy information for the world to see. As the others, Parks Vallely, Ice, Ish, Melyssa Ford, and Marc Lamont Hill, sat to hear the response, Joe, as calm as he could be, said, “My moment of excitement, I said to Ian, ‘yo, do me a favor, big dog,’ on a FaceTime. ‘Hey, blackout all this other s**t. I need to hit that 30 million on em.”
Although all of them had a good laugh, publicly, some admitted that their reaction was what you’d expect from people who had just found out that someone is making a lot, while they don’t come close to earning that much.
QueenzFlip said he got “lightheaded,” while Ford admitted that she spoke to Ian off-camera. Hill, who had the funniest comment but may have also been the most serious, said to Budden, “I was gonna call you to take it down. I called my agent instead. By the time we got off the phone, an hour had passed. He’ll tell you all about it.”
Budden tried to credit the co-hosts by saying something like this would break a team down, but the strength of the unit won’t allow it.
“I’m just glad to know that this team is so strong in this foundation, nothing like that’ll come between us.”
QueenzFlip blurted out, “AH!” and the rest of the team laughed.
Joe Budden’s podcast co-hosts confront him after he accidentally revealed how much money he makes on Patreon in a month📍
The Stars of ‘Girlfriends’ Reunite In Commercial For Tracee Ellis Ross’ Pattern Beauty Line
Tracee Ellis Ross invited her former co-stars to star in her commercial for haircare line, Pattern Beauty.
Tracee Ellis Ross brought her Girlfriends castmates back to the small screen for her Pattern Beauty haircare line’s first brand commercial.
The commercial introduced the PATTERN “lounge” for women of all curl types to achieve their perfect hair cocktail. Featuring the dynamic cast, including Golden Brooks, Persia White, and Jill Marie Jones, the iconic foursome came together to address a hair emergency with the help of Pattern products.
The 60-second clip showed the women coming together again as Ross showcased her assortment of conditioners, curl creams, and styling utensils. They concluded the commercial by recreating their timeless “Girlfriends” title sequence, which featured all four actresses as the wind blew through their hair.
“Such a crazy good special experience—growing PATTERN from an idea all the way to our very first brand commercial, and to bring @therealgolden47, @itsmejillmarie, and @misspersiawhite together again. Thank you, my girlfriends, for being here through thick and thin. What a dream,” Ellis Ross captioned in the post.
The women starred on the popular UPN sitcom from 2000 to 2008, becoming a staple of Black television shows created by Mara Brock Akil, the mind behind Forever. Pattern also showed additional behind-the-scenes footage of the beloved co-stars linking up again for their long-time friend’s venture.
As for the commercial’s inspiration, Ellis Ross spoke on the magic of “hair cocktailing” to create that perfect curl style. The commercial celebrates the hair stories of diverse women and the thoughtfulness that goes into their haircare.
“Hair cocktailing is a common practice in our community: We layer curl gels, creams, oils, and more to create a personalized formula that works best for our own hair,” Ellis Ross said. “Partnering with Child, a wildly talented director who is also a member of the Pattern community, was a delight. Child brought creativity, passion, and a singular point of view to our commercial. In this spot, we wanted to celebrate the styling rituals with our cast of various textures as well as reunite my Girlfriends to show the joy that lives in our shared hair moments.”
The ultimate Black girlfriend group had not graced a screen together since they appeared on Black-ish in 2019. However, the love was far from lost. The crew also shared additional footage of their reunion for the shoot.
Amid the premiere of Nelly and Ashanti’s new reality show, We Belong Together, the St. Louis rapper is facing renewed backlash over his performance at Donald Trump’s Liberty Ball earlier this year. Many critics, who saw the appearance as support for Trump’s re-election, have been slamming the rapper with a wave of negative comments online. As a result, Nelly addressed the controversy directly in The Shade Room’s comment section and also defended fellow rapper Snoop Dogg, who has also been under fire for performing during the weekend of inauguration events.
“I’ll put whatever up me and Snoop do more in the community and have been doing for over 20+ years against any of you that are just on here talking trash,” Nelly quipped.
Citing the Black families the two rappers employ and the Black children they support through their nonprofits and community efforts, including scholarships that send students to HBCUs or Snoop’s local football program in Los Angeles that has birthed future NFL players. Nelly also made sure to emphasize that he and Snoop are both “Black men” who are “married to beautiful Black women with Black children.”
The “Ride With Me” rapper chose to highlight that point to the critics who he believes are Kamala Harris supporters and mad that the “prosecutor who has probably locked up more Black men than we’ve helped,” and who is a “woman of color with the white husband and white kids” that “did not win the election.”
Nelly clarified that his appearance wasn’t about supporting any political party, but rather honoring his country. He emphasized that he never campaigned for any candidate and was simply performing at an event that paid tribute to his late uncle, a proud Tuskegee Airman and Red Tail pilot. He also stressed that his message wasn’t intended to center around race but to reflect his personal values and family pride.
“But if you want to make it about race, then let’s goooooooooooooo,” Nelly wrote. “I find it very interesting. That so many of you would dump on the two Black men that’s married to Black women that has Black children because “the woman of color with the white husband and white kids didn’t win!”
After The Shade Room highlighted Nelly’s lengthy clapback, he faced more heat from critics who took his comment as subtle support for Trump.
“Again I reiterate, I did not campaign for anyone.” proceeds to throw shade at Kamala, says nothing bad about Trump…..actions speak louder than words,” one person wrote.
“Bringing up Kamala the way you did tells us who you voted for smh,” added someone else.
Florida Lawmakers Taken Aback By ‘Circle of Chains’ Memorial Showcased Outside Capital Building
Jones supports the motion for a formal opening ceremony saying “our ancestors deserve to be seen and acknowledged.”
Some of Florida’s Black lawmakers are shocked that the “Circle of Chains” memorial — capturing the tragedy of slavery in the Sunshine State — has been placed outside of the state’s Capitol building, seven years after its initial approval, Florida Phoenix reports.
The Legislature first approved the memorial back in 2018 during a legislative session with legislation sponsored by Democratic leaders Kionne McGhee and Sen. Darryl Rouson. The bill put the Department of Management Services in charge of its design, placement, and cost but current leaders were unaware that the project was completed. Miami-Dade County Democratic Rep. Ashley Gantt said she had “no idea,” while Miami-Dade County Sen. Shevrin Jones shared similar sentiments but is excited about it. “I had no idea the memorial had even been installed – and that says a lot,” Jones said.
“A monument honoring the pain and resilience of enslaved Africans deserves more than a quiet placement. After seven years of work, there should have been a moment to honor that history publicly.”
Installed Apr. 28, the sculpture’s new home is located at the Black Archives-Union Bank Museum on Apalachee Parkway, as $400,000 was dedicated to curate the artwork to commemorate “the brutality of slavery and the cruelty of slavery and then to honor the nameless faces of individuals that suffer through slavery.” Similar artwork was created to recognize victims of the Holocaust. The installation of the piece was at the Capitol in early 2025 with a public ceremony that Gov. Ron DeSantis attended.
The Department of Management Services selected Carmel, California, sculptor Steven Whyte to curate the concrete memorial. He stated that the memorial is “rough, stained and defiantly unpolished” on purpose to showcase the “searing testament to pain, endurance and the impossible weight of memory.” He calls “Circle of Chains” his “resonant work yet,” as the sculpture “captures something rare – history that breathes, laments, and reaches forward all at once,” he wrote on Instagram.
Now that security cameras have been properly installed, Rouson looks forward to having an official installation ceremony, supported by Democratic Senate Leader Lori Berman, who was also unaware the piece was open to the public. “I wholeheartedly support Sen. Rouson’s efforts for a formal opening ceremony this fall — the enslaved men, women, and children who built this country deserve to have their experience remembered and their legacy honored,” she said.
Jones also supports the motion for a formal opening ceremony, saying, “Our ancestors deserve to be seen and acknowledged.”
50 Cent Deletes Post Calling For Zohran Mamdani’s ‘One-Way Ticket’ Out Of NYC
50 Cent backtracks his shady post aimed at NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
50 Cent might have had a change of heart when he posted and deleted his call for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s “one-way ticket” out of NYC.
“Where did he come from? Whose friend is this? I’m not feeling this plan,” 50 Cent captioned a since-deleted video clip from Mamdani’s recent Breakfast Club interview where he name-dropped the rapper.
“No. I will give him $258,750 and a first-class one-way ticket away from NY. I’m telling [President] Trump what he said, too!”
The hip-hop mogul was reacting to Mamdani’s recent comments, where the mayoral candidate mentioned 50 Cent while outlining his proposal to impose a two percent tax on New Yorkers earning over $1 million.
“We’re talking about people who make a million dollars a year or more, taxing them just by a flat two percent tax increase,” Mamdani said on the Breakfast Club. “I know if 50 Cent is listening, he’s not going to be happy about this. He tends not to like this tax policy, but I want to be very clear: this is about $20,000 a year.”
It’s unclear why 50 Cent deleted his post, but it may have drawn backlash from New Yorkers who supported Mamdani in the June 24th primaries, where the 33-year-old Democratic socialist secured a decisive win over former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who later conceded.
“I will be your Democratic nominee for the mayor of New York City,” Mamdani told his supporters after his victory.
“I will be the mayor for every New Yorker, whether you voted for me, for Governor Cuomo, or felt too disillusioned by a long-broken political system to vote at all,” he said. “I will work to be a mayor you will be proud to call your own.”
Since winning the primaries, Mamdani has come under fire from conservatives who take issue with his socialist approach to the cost of living. If elected, he will become the city’s first Muslim and Indian American mayor.
Cuomo still has the option to run in the general election, while incumbent NYC Mayor Eric Adams skipped the primaries and plans to campaign as an Independent in the general election.
Beyonce’s BeyGOOD Foundation Gifts $100K To Texas Southern To Support HBCU Marching Band
The lofty gift will go toward upgrading the band's infrastructure and provide scholarships.
Beyoncé continues to BeyGOOD as her philanthropic foundation makes a lofty gift to an HBCU marching band.
BeyGOOD announced the singer’s donation of $100K to Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul Marching Band. The Houston-based HBCU expressed its appreciation for the gift to its musicians.
“This gift expands opportunities for Texas Southern students by providing scholarships, strengthening programs with new resources, and preserving a legacy that continues to shape culture, creativity, and community,” captioned the shared post.
The TSU marching band has a prior connection with the H-town superstar. Over 200 members also appeared at Beyoncé’s NFL Christmas Day Halftime show in 2024. The university’s president also commended the foundation for its support of students as they matriculate.
“We are deeply appreciative of the BeyGOOD Foundation for this significant demonstration of its commitment to empowering our student musicians and elevating their form of artistic expression,” said TSU President J.W. Crawford III.
The Ocean of Soul Marching Band initially participated in Beyoncé’s historic performance not only because of its ties to her hometown but also due to its academic and musical excellence. Now, they are being further honored by the Grammy winner through this donation, which will support the next class of instrumentalists.
“The BeyGOOD Foundation’s impactful investment affirms the powerful role that HBCUs play in shaping the next generation of artistic, academic, and cultural leaders,” said Charlie Coleman III, TSU’s Senior Associate Vice President of Development & Alumni Engagement. “This partnership does more than support the Ocean of Soul—it opens doors for our students to access the arts in life-changing ways, inspired by one of the most beloved artists of our time. It is a shining example of how philanthropy can uplift communities and ignite futures.”
The scholarship will be allocated to support band members as well as recruitment and retention efforts. Additional funding will upgrade the band’s infrastructure and technology, furthering its place among the top-ranked marching bands across HBCUs.
Marching bands are an integral pillar of HBCU culture, with BeyGOOD recognizing and championing this storied artistry with monetary support.
Prince George’s County Couple Building Community And Generational Wealth Through Franchising
Alesha and David Magby originally met at Morgan State University in 1999. After a brief relationship in 2003, they went their separate ways, but reconnected 12 years later, in 2015, at Homecoming. Both had experienced life separately, becoming older and wiser. They decided to marry in October 2020, and their union has created not just life partners but co-parents of a blended family and owners of a portfolio of multiple franchise units across Washington, D.C., and Maryland.
Since entering the franchise world in 2018, the Magbys now own four Tropical Smoothie Café franchises — two in Washington, D.C., and two in Maryland, with the newest location opening in 2023, across from their alma mater, Morgan State University, in Baltimore. Baltimore is also home to a Phenix Salon Suites franchise, which they purchased in 2022.
Five franchises in five years, with more than one brand, is an impressive accomplishment that BLACK ENTERPRISE knew our readers would want to hear more about. Alesha agreed to share more about their journey, how they plan to expand their portfolio, and advice for others looking to build community and generational wealth through franchising.
BLACK ENTERPRISE: What drew you to the Tropical Smoothie Café (TSC) and Phenix Salon Suites brands?
Alesha Magby: With Tropical Smoothie Café, we were loyal customers before even considering franchising. A location opened in our neighborhood, and it quickly became part of our weekly routine. Every Saturday morning, after our workout, we’d stop in to grab a smoothie and share a wrap. That small ritual—just the two of us enjoying something healthy and consistent—lasted for over a year and made the brand feel personal to us. When we finally decided to explore franchising opportunities, Tropical Smoothie Café was at the top of our list. It aligned perfectly with how we live and serve, offering healthy, delicious options in a welcoming environment. It wasn’t just a smart business move but a natural extension of something we loved.
We were drawn to Phenix Salon Suites because it represents something bigger than just a business; it’s about empowerment. This model allowed us to support individual entrepreneurs—stylists, estheticians, barbers, and beauty professionals, by helping them become business owners in their own right.
We loved the idea of providing beautiful, fully equipped salon spaces where professionals could run their businesses flexibly and independently, without the massive overhead of opening a traditional salon. It felt like a perfect fit for our values, offering real people a path to ownership and stability. There was also strong demand in the communities we serve. The beauty and wellness industry continues to grow, and many professionals seek private, modern spaces offering more control and safety. Phenix Salon Suites because it allowed us to diversify our portfolio while directly impacting entrepreneurs’ lives, especially women and minority-owned businesses, by helping them build something of their own within a supportive, high-quality environment.
Diversifying
BE: I understand you’re growing your portfolio with two new franchise brands: Einstein Bro. Bagels and Jersey Mike’s. What was it about those brands that drew you to them?
Magby: Yes, we are excited about bringing Einstein Bros. Bagels back to Prince George’s County, MD, through a franchise development deal we solidified with the brand, and we’ve also signed a one-store deal with Jersey Mike’s.
As experienced multi-brand franchisees, we recognize the value of strong, innovative concepts that fit well into our existing portfolio and resonate with the communities we serve. Einstein Bros. Bagels offers a high-quality, fast-casual breakfast and lunch experience, which was missing in several of our local markets, especially in Prince George’s County, where we grew up.
The brand’s commitment to fresh ingredients, warm hospitality, and ability to drive substantial morning traffic made it a natural complement to our other franchises.
We were super fans of Jersey Mike’s before we ever thought of franchising with them. For years, our family gatherings weren’t complete without a Jersey Mike’s catering box on the table.
During various International Franchise Association (IFA) events, we would visit the Jersey Mike’s booth to network and genuinely rave about our love for the brand. As we looked for more ways to diversify our portfolio, the conversation with the Franchise Development team shifted from raving fans to potential franchise partners.
What sealed the deal was the culture. The Executive Board reminded us of what we loved about Tropical Smoothie Café: a strong, values-driven team that was welcoming, professional, and truly wanted you to feel like part of their family. The support, the people, and the brand integrity all aligned with our standards for partnership and growth.
BE: Funding is always a topic people are curious to know about. Can you share a little about how you’ve funded your portfolio?
Magby: Funding is always tricky; there’s no easy path. We’ve learned how to navigate it by being resourceful, persistent, and proactive. Traditional banks weren’t always the best fit for us, so we started working with commercial lenders who better understood the needs of franchise businesses. We also did the legwork to find and apply for local grants and state funds specifically set aside for small businesses and entrepreneurs like us. Funding opportunities exist, but you must be willing to dig. That means researching constantly, asking questions, showing up at state and local offices, and confidently telling people what you’re trying to build. When you’re clear about your vision and refuse to take “no” for an answer, the information and the support eventually come.
Advice from an Expert
BE: What is your advice on building a successful, diverse portfolio, and how does your success inspire others?
Magby: Building a diverse franchise portfolio starts with understanding your strengths and your long-term vision. You want to choose brands that not only complement each other operationally but also reflect your values and lifestyle. We have six key pieces of advice: 1) Start with what you know and love, 2) Diversify smartly, not just for the sake of variety, 3) Invest in strong leadership and systems, 4) Know your numbers and cash flow, 5) Leverage every resource—grants, lending partners, and state programs, and 6) Stay engaged with the franchise community.
As for inspiring others, we don’t always look at ourselves as “successful” in the traditional sense, because to us, success is a long journey, not a destination. There’s still so much we must learn; we rarely feel we have all the resources or answers. Every day presents something new, a challenge to overcome or a lesson we didn’t see coming. This path is not easy by any stretch. If anything is inspiring about our story, it’s that we’ve done it together. The real success isn’t in the number of units we operate or the brands we represent; it’s in being true teammates and partners, in both life and business. That’s the foundation of everything we’ve built. We hope others see that you don’t have to have everything figured out to get started. What matters most is showing up daily, trusting each other, and building on your strengths with relentless determination. If our journey shows anything, you can create something powerful when you lead with purpose, support each other, and never stop learning.
Howard University Professor Brings Students To South Africa For Immersive Tour Of Zulu Culture
A Howard University professor continues his tradition of bringing HBCU students to his home country of South Africa for an immersive tour.
Every year during the summer semester, Dr. Sipho Sithole takes students to South Africa for a six-week excursion, where they further engage in the study of Zulu culture, heritage, and language. The lecturer teaches Zulu and Zulu culture at the Washington, D.C.-based HBCU.
Sithole spoke with Newzroom Afrika’s Masechaba Mposwa to discuss the experiences students gain through this summer session. Alongside two Howard students, they highlighted the cultural immersion experience offered during the six-week tour.
For Sithole, the initiative stemmed from his welcoming experience teaching at Howard University, which he claims boasts the largest department of world languages and cultures.
“Howard University has got the biggest enrollment of isiZulu students outside of South Africa,” explained Sithole. “We teach about 150 students from Zulu 1 to Zulu 4. So this program has always been around…As you know, I’ve always been a cultural practitioner and traditionalist rooted in our culture, so I guess Howard University saw that I was the best person to come and teach. I was ready, and I’m there, and I couldn’t agree more.”
Through the program, students travel to battlefields and visit the graves of the Zulu Kings, while also developing a deeper understanding of traditional huts and prayers. They also meet with fellow students within the university and other grade levels, connecting with their generation despite hailing from different continents.
Students come ready to embrace the unique culture of the Zulu people in South Africa. Many have continued to matriculate through the courses offered at Howard, recognizing the cultural shifts not as present back home.
“I would have to say community,” shared student Ryen Reed, about how Zulu culture appeals to her most. “In the United States, we’re really worried about our own personal well-being and our own doings and our own opportunities, that we don’t take a lot into filling into the opportunities that others have around us in our community. Being here, I’ve learned that regardless if I know you or not, you’re my family and that I have to look out for you.”
With a jam-packed schedule of museum trips and classes, students also gain a spiritual understanding of the Zulu tradition. Praying and paying homage to one’s ancestors remains integral to this community, leaving some scholars emotional about finally being on the lands where their great-great-grandparents once lived.
The program aims to bridge the gap for Black American scholars and those interested in the Zulu culture, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with this lineage of people.
Deion Sanders Teases Return To Football Field In Recent Social Media Posts
University of Colorado Boulder football coach Deion Sanders has been away from his school and team recovering from an undisclosed ailment, but a recent social media post shows him in a weighted vest working to get back in shape to perform his duties as coach.
In two recent Instagram posts, the NFL Hall of Famer is seen wearing a weighted vest. There was no indication or mention of how the vest is helping him in his rehabilitation. In what appears to be a promotional post on his page, he is seen with the vest, holding up a can of Red Con 1 energy drink, with a matching baseball cap, with his head down. The caption alludes to the coach “walking it out” as he says he is one step closer.
“1 step closer Everyday, I’m Walking it out! Our Team is working their butts off; therefore, I’ve got to match that 🔥they have! #CoachPrime@redcon1 gave me what I needed!”
In another social media post a day later, he is with his son, Deion Sanders Jr., taking a photo with a thumbs-up, showing the weighted vest once again in the photograph, both men are smiling. In the caption, he promises a return to a stadium.
Sanders assured fans and his followers several weeks ago that he was OK and planning his return to the football field after canceling several public appearances amid rumors that he was not at the school. Deion Jr. told his followers that his father was home at the family estate in Canyon, Texas, and “feeling well.”
The upcoming season will be his first not coaching his sons, who are both currently on the rosters of NFL teams.
Zohran Mamdani Makes His Play Toward NYC’s Black Voters After Historic Democratic Primary Win
Putting forth the effort is the first battle!
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani headed to Harlem to campaign for Black voters just days after winning the Democratic primary in New York City’s hotly contested mayoral campaign, leaning on the support of one of NYC’s most prolific leaders, The New York Times reports.
Mamdani stopped by the Harlem headquarters of National Action Network (NAN), founded by civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton, to speak out on his hopes of gaining the support of Black voters in November. His June 28 speech touched on a number of concerns facing the Harlem community, a staple of Black excellence, including making the neighborhood and the boroughs beyond more affordable to live. “It must be a morning where the worker comes first, a morning where a New Yorker does more than just struggle,” he said.
“It must be a morning where they know if they live in that rent-stabilized apartment, they will pay the same rent next year as well, and a morning where they know that child care will be universal.”
While neither NAN’s Sharpton nor director Spike Lee has yet to endorse the controversial selection, it is clear that Mamdani knows the importance of the Black vote, the same that secured victory for Mayor Eric Adams in 2022.
Sharpton rallied around the assemblyman’s courage to speak at the headquarters in lieu of reports that he wasn’t as popular in the polls from some of the city’s most solidly Black neighborhoods. “He could have went the other way and said, ‘It’s me against them.’ But he came this morning and he proclaimed something,” Sharpton said, according to the Associated Press.
And I gave him a lot of credit for that,” Sharpton said.
Former primary favorite Gov. Andrew Cuomo, however, did receive some support from Black voters, particularly in regions where nearly 70% of the residents were African American. The amount doubles Mamdani’s support — 59% to 26%.
Mamdani’s victory — making him potentially the first Muslim mayor of one of the country’s largest melting pots — was met with massive attacks of anti-Muslim rhetoric from social media users, both Democratic and Republican leaders, and even President Donald Trump. In a Truth Social post, Trump called him a “100% Communist Lunatic” who “looks terrible.”
After making claims that the 33-year-old was anti-semitic, Adams, who has faced federal corruption charges, was asked by CNN’s Jake Tapper what evidence he has to back up that claim. Adams pushed a narrative that his opponent was “pro-Hamas.” Adams said the primary winner once praised the terrorist organization, but when Tapper requested proof, he said,” a little research and you’ll be able to find it.”
Asked what specifically Zohran Mamdani has said that's antisemitic, Eric Adams doesn't provide a single example.
But not all are pushing racist narratives against the leader. Those in attendance for his NAN speech, like local Harlem Democratic leader Alyah Horsford-Sidberry, called it “electrifying” with reminders of former President Barack Obama.
While she was concerned that his tone might not garner results, Horsford-Sidberry admitted that the lack of Black support may simply be due to some rejecting the unfamiliar, but making the effort to visit helps. “The more he’s out here and community members get to know him, the better he will be received,” she said.
“They’ve just got to get to know him and see him at more events like this. What’s important, though, is that his concerns are the community’s concerns.”
