Eugene Jones Jr., the president and CEO of Atlanta Housing, is stepping down. He joins “Closer Look,” to discuss the current challenges of affordable housing in Atlanta and offers reflection about the progress his agency has made to combating it.

 

Plus, Wendell Griffen, a recently retired judge, pastor and social justice advocate, discusses how the elimination of affirmative action in higher education is negatively impacting Asian Americans. 

<a href="https://www.atlantahousing.org/atlanta-housing-president-and-ceo-eugene-jones-jr-and-chief-operating-officer-terri-lee-discuss-their-plans-to-increase-the-availability-of-affordable-housing-in-atlanta/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eugene Jones Jr</a>., the president and CEO of Atlanta Housing, is <a href="https://www.atlantahousing.org/atlanta-housing-announces-resignation-of-president-and-ceo-eugene-jones-jr/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stepping down</a>. He joins “Closer Look,” to discuss the current challenges of affordable housing in Atlanta and offers reflection about the progress his agency has made to combating it.&nbsp;Plus, <a href="https://www.griffenstrategicconsulting.com/about-us/wendell-griffen" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wendell Griffen</a>, a recently retired judge, pastor and social justice advocate, discusses how the elimination of affirmative action in higher education is <a href="https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-11-26/post-affirmative-action-asian-american-students-stress-college-admissions" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">negatively impacting</a> Asian Americans.&nbsp;

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.