Conversaciones sobre historia: REWIND | El condado de Montgomery en la década de los 80: cómo afrontar los retos del condado con programas progresistas
10 agosto - 16 agosto
With Bob Bachman | Pre-recorded virtual event
With an introduction from former County Commissioner Ike Leggett presented by Bob Bachman This presentation will discuss some challenges Montgomery County faced in the 1980s and describe the progressive policies & programs that addressed them. These challenges include increased immigration, down-county school closings, up-county school overcrowding, threats to quality integrated education, hate crimes, loss of agricultural land, and the opening of the Metro Red Line to Shady Grove.
Originally Aired at the January 2023 History Conference.
Recording available August 10 – August 19.