LaToya Cantrell
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- Goldman Sachs23 min
The Power of Advocacy: US Mayors
Eric Johnson, Nan Whaley, LaToya Cantrell
Mayors Eric Johnson of Dallas, Andrew Whitaker of Dayton, and LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans collectively addressed the compounding crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest while outlining strategies to support small businesses and protect vulnerable populations. These leaders detailed significant public-private financial partnerships, such as Dallas's $10 million recovery fund and New Orleans' $50 million commitment with Goldman Sachs, to mitigate job losses and address systemic inequities. Furthermore, the mayors emphasized an urgent need for federal assistance and collaborative governance to accelerate economic recovery and build more resilient, equitable urban environments.
- Goldman Sachs24 min
Mayors LaToya Cantrell, Eric Johnson, and Nan Whaley
LaToya Cantrell, Eric Johnson, Nan Whaley
Dallas, New Orleans, and Dayton mayors jointly addressed the compounding crises of the pandemic and civil unrest, implementing specific lockdowns, dual disaster declarations, and targeted equity initiatives to protect vulnerable populations. Each city deployed distinct economic recovery strategies, including Dallas's $15 million small business fund, New Orleans's French Quarter re-envisioning, and Dayton's focus on minority-owned enterprises, while collectively advocating for critical federal financial support. The leaders emphasized that these disruptions present a unique opportunity to enact systemic reforms and rebuild their municipalities with greater resilience and social justice in mind.