#87 Possibility | The Daily Doodle

Today’s doodle is about possibility.

Pt. 5 - Collective Imagination Manifesto

“In cities around the country, people are redefining how we gather to support one another. For example, The Guild is an Atlanta-based organization, who protects black and brown neighbors from gentrification. They disrupted standard real estate practices to give ownership to its community members. They are proof that dreams are a powerful tool that can inspire people, unite causes, and create generational prosperity.

Knoxville is on the cusp of change, offering us the chance to shape the city's future in our united image. It’s no secret that artists and young people are leaving, counting the days until they can flee for cities like Austin, Asheville, and Atlanta.

This is our current truth: On Central street, both a beloved food truck park and a neighborhood mixed-used space were sold to a regional brewery. On Fourth & Gill, neighbors fought for a nearly century old community center on the cusp of being sold for its market value. On Jennings Ave, two art maker spaces are being priced out in exchange for another corporate venue. Who will be left if the only ones who can afford to dream are development groups and private companies?”