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Good Trouble Think-Tank

Good Trouble Think-Tank

By Renee Clarke

The Good Trouble Think-Tank is a grassroots organization located in Maryland. The group honors the life and legacy of late Congressman John R Lewis.
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Good Trouble #ChooseLife#UsStopKillingUs Brainstorm Session

Good Trouble Think-TankJun 28, 2023

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Good Trouble #ChooseLife#UsStopKillingUs Brainstorm Session

Good Trouble #ChooseLife#UsStopKillingUs Brainstorm Session

The Good Trouble Think -Tank is a grassroots organization who honors the life and legacy of the late Congressman John R Lewis.

Good Trouble members Dawn, Kay, Kathi, Kenneth, Paulette, Renee C., and Renee B. discuss solutions to end violence and unite the black community.

The movement kicked off in April of this year - #ChooseLife#UsStopKillingUs#SpreadLove. We hope to partner with members of the community and organizations to mitigate crimes against one another.

If you would like to join us, provide ideas and or give feedback, please send us an email to getn2goodtrouble@yahoo.com

#GoodTrouble #JohnLewis #EndViolence#SpreadLove #GetIntoGoodTrouble

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Jun 28, 202339:49
Ken Harvey, Former Washington Football Team Player Shares His Life Story

Ken Harvey, Former Washington Football Team Player Shares His Life Story

The Good Trouble Think-Tank interviewed Ken Harvey, former NFL Washington Football team player. 

After attending U. C. Berkeley, Ken Harvey was selected as the 12th overall pick in the first round of the 1988 NFL draft by the Arizona Cardinals. He played there six seasons before signing with the Washington Football Club in 1994. He was a 4x NFL Pro Bowler in 1997 and inducted into the “The Washington Football Club Ring of Fame.” Ken is the author of several books and screenplays. He coauthored a children’s book with American actor, artist, and former American football player, Terry Crews.

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #KenHarvey #MotivationalSpeaker #FatherHusbandAuthor 

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Jan 11, 202333:39
Good Trouble Young Future Leaders Panel Discussion - Why Vote?

Good Trouble Young Future Leaders Panel Discussion - Why Vote?

The Good Trouble Young Future Leader president Trevor Conner hosted a panel discussion on the importance of voting. The panel shares their views on Maryland's General election on November 8, 2022.  The mission of the GTYFLOT is to connect young people throughout the community to understand the legislative process, engage in serving the community, to vote, and prepare for their future. The GTYFLOT understands the importance of voting to give young people a seat at the table.

#JohnLewis #MarylandGeneralElection2022 #GetIntoGoodTrouble #GoodTroubleYoungFutureLeadersofTomorrw #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights 

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Nov 04, 202227:26
Good Trouble Young Future Leaders of Tomorrow Speak to Elected Officials

Good Trouble Young Future Leaders of Tomorrow Speak to Elected Officials

The Good Trouble Think-Tank interviewed high school students and members of the Good Trouble Young Future Leaders of Tomorrow Trevor, Ray, and Priscilla. Good Trouble Young Future Leaders of Tomorrow use their voices to encourage young adults to prepare for a better tomorrow. The mission of the GTYFLOT is to connect young people throughout the community to understand the legislative process, engage in serving the community, to vote, and prepare for their future. The GTYFLOT understands the importance of voting to give young people a seat at the table.

#JohnLewis #GetIntoGoodTrouble #GoodTroubleYoungFutureLeadersofTomorrw #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights 

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Aug 11, 202219:41
Poor People's Campaign State Mobilization Captain Jessica Foster Implores the Community to Attend the Poor People's Campaign Rally June 18th in Washington, DC

Poor People's Campaign State Mobilization Captain Jessica Foster Implores the Community to Attend the Poor People's Campaign Rally June 18th in Washington, DC

The Good Trouble Think-Tank interviewed Jessica Foster, State Mobilization Captain of the Poor People's Campaign.  Jessica is an established business owner, previous hospital administrator, proud mom, life coach, woman advocate and motivator, passionate about helping people attain a higher level of success both personally and professionally.  As a co-founder of Peace Bridge Consulting, she provides solutions to women and mothers on how to effectively navigate through difficult life situations to find greater peace, support and encouragement.

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #JessicaFoster #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights #PoorPeoplesCampaign #June18 

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Jun 15, 202234:40
"Be Bold for Good" with President Darius Stanton of the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation

"Be Bold for Good" with President Darius Stanton of the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation

The Good Trouble Think-Tank interviews Darius Stanton, CEO of The Stanton Group Inc., a management consulting and human development firm, Vice President of Optimal Business Development Solutions, LLC, Host & Executive Producer of Podcast Peace in the Morning Show, and president of the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation. 

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #DariusStanton #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights #MarylandBlackCaucusFoundation #BeBoldforGood

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Jun 01, 202256:23
Peter Brooks Storyteller & Grandson of Cab Calloway

Peter Brooks Storyteller & Grandson of Cab Calloway

Good Trouble Think-Tank interviewed Peter Brooks. Peter Brooks comes from generations of storytellers, his grandfather, Cab Calloway, was one of the greatest of them all and paved the way for so many to follow.

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #PeterBrooks #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights #PeterBrooksSpeaks #NativeAmerican #CabCalloway

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Mar 28, 202248:09
Meet Frank Turner Professional Basketball Player & Founder of Lovely Affirmations

Meet Frank Turner Professional Basketball Player & Founder of Lovely Affirmations

The Good Trouble Think - Tank interviews Frank Turner retired professional basketball player, founder of Lovely Affirmations and the Frank Turner Basketball Academy. Frank graduated from Canisius College with a degree in Communications and a master's in Sports Administration.

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #LovelyAffirmations #JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights #FrankTurner #Vote

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Feb 13, 202228:50
Exec. Director, Robert Johnson Brings Awareness to John Lewis Voting Rights Bill

Exec. Director, Robert Johnson Brings Awareness to John Lewis Voting Rights Bill

(This episode was recorded on January 2, 2022)

Robert Johnson, Executive Director of My Brother’s Keeper Prince George’s County has close to 20 years of experience in both K12 and higher education and has served as an educator, school principal, and college director.

Robert was inspired by Joe Madison of “The Black Eagle,” on Sirius XM, to bring awareness of the need to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Bill. Mr. Johnson has embarked on a 100-day liquid fast.

#JohnLewis #Getintogoodtrouble #MyBrothersKeeperPrinceGeorgesCounty#JohnLewisVotingRightsAct #VotingRights #JoeMadison #Vote 

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Jan 13, 202253:17
Meet CNN Champion for Change - Sharae Moore of She Trucking, LLC

Meet CNN Champion for Change - Sharae Moore of She Trucking, LLC

Ms. Sharae Moore is the founder and CEO of She Trucking LLC and a CNN Champion for Change. Sharae is an innovator, leader, and motivational speaker. She is transforming lives and making her mark in a male-dominated industry.

#johnlewis #Getintogoodtrouble #shetruckingllc #cnnchampionforchange #shetruckingexpo #femaletruckdrivers 

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Dec 12, 202134:05
Interview with Larry Rubin, SNCC organizer and colleague of Congressman John R Lewis

Interview with Larry Rubin, SNCC organizer and colleague of Congressman John R Lewis

Larry Rubin was an SNCC organizer in SW Georgia and Mississippi where he helped organize the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, worked with tenant farmers to ensure they could exercise their rights and helped organize a union of black and white workers. For 45 years, he worked in the labor movement as an organizer and communications specialist. He was a staff member of the National Jewish Community Relations Advisory Council and worked to build bridges between the white and black communities of Philadelphia

#Getintogoodtrouble #johnlewis #johnlewisvotingrightsact #SNCC #StudentNonViolentCoordinatingCommittee

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Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In It for Me / Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

Oct 25, 202135:42
A Conversation with Jerrick Lewis, nephew of late Congressman John R Lewis

A Conversation with Jerrick Lewis, nephew of late Congressman John R Lewis

Jerrick Lewis is the nephew of the late Congressman John R. Lewis. His father, Henry Grant Lewis, is the Congressman’s youngest brother. Jerrick was born in Troy, Alabama, and was raised on the same family land as his uncle.

"There isn't a day that goes by, that I don't think about my uncle," he said. 

Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’s challenge to organize and seek change, justice, and equality for all.

#Getintogoodtrouble #johnlewis #johnlewisvotingrightsact 

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Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In it for Me / Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com


Sep 19, 202141:35
Good Trouble Think - Tank - Interview with Greg Clay, Civic Thought-Leader & Chief Engagement Officer of the "EMPOWRD" App

Good Trouble Think - Tank - Interview with Greg Clay, Civic Thought-Leader & Chief Engagement Officer of the "EMPOWRD" App

Good Trouble meets Greg Clay, Florida A&M graduate, and Chief Engagement Officer for the "EMPOWRD" app who empowers others utilizing his life experiences, professional triumphs,  and lessons in leadership to inspire others to lead a life of service.  

Go to www.empowrd.com to learn more.  

Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’s challenge to organize and seek change, justice, and equality for all.

#Getintogoodtrouble #johnlewis #EmpowrdApp #CivicEngagement

Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In it for Me / Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

Jul 23, 202147:32
National leader Majority Whip Congressman James E Clyburn and the third-ranking Democrat in the United States House of Representatives Shares Fond Memories of his friend Congressman John Lewis.

National leader Majority Whip Congressman James E Clyburn and the third-ranking Democrat in the United States House of Representatives Shares Fond Memories of his friend Congressman John Lewis.

What a blessing and a dream come true to interview Majority Whip, Congressman James E Clyburn. Listen to an engaging conversation with Majority Whip Congressman James E. Clyburn. Congressman James Clyburn and late Congressman John Lewis were friends for over 60 years.   

The name of Congressman Clyburn's memoir is "Blessed Experiences: Genuinely Southern, Proudly Black." 

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Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’ challenge to organize, seek change, justice, and equality for all.

Since Congressman Lewis’ passing, Good Trouble Founder Renee Clarke and other Prince George County residents responded to his most famous words, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.”

#CongressmanJohn Lewis #MajorityWhipJamesClyburn #blessedexperiences #getintogoodtrouble #Johnlewis #NationalLeader 

Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In It for Me / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com



Jul 13, 202141:36
Educator/Advocate/Prince George's County Native & Resident Monica Roebuck Shares Her Candidacy Maryland Delegate Candidate - District 23A.

Educator/Advocate/Prince George's County Native & Resident Monica Roebuck Shares Her Candidacy Maryland Delegate Candidate - District 23A.

Good Trouble seeks to educate, inform, and encourage members of the community to use their voices and vote in the Primary Election,
June 28, 2022. "The vote is the most powerful nonviolent tool we have."- John Lewis.

(30) Minute Interview - Meet Monica Roebuck candidate for Maryland Delegate (District 23A) 2022. By Authority of Friends of Monica Roebuck,
Dorrence Levy Treasurer. Instagram- Monica4Maryland.

Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’s challenge to organize and seek change, justice, and equality for all.

#countdowntomarylandprimaryelection #johnlewis #johnlewisvotingrightsact #marylandprimaryelection2022 #marylanddelegate #district23 #monica4maryland


Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In it for Me / Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

Jun 28, 202101:14:33
"Fatherhood: Real Conversations About the Most Important Fraternity. How fathers play a greater role in their children's lives!

"Fatherhood: Real Conversations About the Most Important Fraternity. How fathers play a greater role in their children's lives!

Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’s challenge to organize and seek change, justice, and equality for all.

Since Congressman Lewis’s passing, Good Trouble Founder Renee Clarke and other Prince George County residents responded to his most famous words, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.”

Good Trouble celebrates Father's Day with Clarence Traynham, David Grogan, Deandre T Wilson, Kevin Thomas, and Thomas Carpenter.  The dynamic panel of men shares personal experiences as sons, fathers, and local community leaders.

#getintogoodtrouble #fathersday #allfathersmatter #johnlewis #fraternity #goodtroublethinktank

Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In it for Me / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com


Jun 18, 202148:16
 Intro to Good Trouble Think-Tank

Intro to Good Trouble Think-Tank

Good Trouble serves as a grassroots answer to Congressman Lewis’s challenge to organize and seek change, justice, and equality for all.

Since Congressman Lewis’s passing, Good Trouble Founder Renee Clarke and other Prince George County residents responded to his most famous words, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.”

#getintogoodtrouble #johnlewis #johnlewisvotingrightsact


Music Credit- Gloria Tells / What's In it for Me / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

Jun 09, 202102:43