Downtown Depot: Patricia Chisolm-Miller
In Episode 57 of Downtown Depot, show host Austin Meek interviews Patricia Chisolm-Miller. The County Commissioner for Precinct 2, Pat discusses how she faithfully represents a diverse demographic, her fight for equality in Waco's schools during the time of segregation, and the historical significance of her political victory as a black woman. Before that interview, Austin welcomes Corey McEntyre for a new monthly segment called "The Chef's Corner."
Inside the Episode:
0:38 - The Chef’s Corner with Corey McEntyre
6:38 - Patricia Chisolm Miller’s Waco History
7:30 - Segregation in Waco’s schools
9:05 - Civil rights activism with the late Reverend Wilbert Austin
10:25 - College education and changing paths from education to political science
12:11 - The success of Gov. Richards’ “Project Texas”
13:30 - Taking residents from welfare to work
16:33 - How McLennan County can retain local talent
19:05 - Being elected to County Commissioner
22:11 - Activity in Precinct 2