The Central Valley Community Foundation and Fresno DRIVE hosted New York Times Best-Selling Author Heather McGhee on September 27, 2023. The event included a conversation about McGhee’s book The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper. An economist by trade, McGhee provided an insightful analysis of problems facing America and shared her message of hope and unity. Heather's visit to Fresno was a reminder of the importance of open dialogue and community coming together to learn and work toward a better future. The discussion was moderated by CVCF’s President and CEO Ashley Swearengin and was held at Fresno High School’s Royce Hall.
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