Events  ))  Spark Hope. Ignite Action. Cory Booker Luncheon Receives Rave Reviews

In October 2008, Newark Mayor Cory Booker inspired a crowd of over 850 at our Leadership Academy luncheon with his message of hope and challenge of responsibility. He reminded us that Memphis is a city of greatness, and that we should proudly recognize our city's strengths.

Below is a taste of Mayor Booker's electrifying message and its impact on our Memphis community:

New Jersey Mayor Inspires Memphis Leaders, WMC-TV
Newark Mayor Shares Success, Commercial Appeal
Guest Column: Greatest Challenge is Poverty of the Spirit, Commercial Appeal
The Cory Booker Tease, Memphis Flyer  
Mayor to Mayor, Memphis Flyer

A video clip of Mayor Booker's powerful challenge for Memphis can be found below, and additional clips of his interview are available here.