In an historic church, in the heart of Detroit, we just held a community meeting with over 100 people. The church was a meeting ground in the struggle for civil rights in the 1960’s.

We were so psyched when Congressman John Conyers stopped by. Conyers talked about how important it is that, as Americans, we all get involved and fight for the causes we believe in. Conyers was joined by Congressional Candidates Nancy Skinner and Tony Trupiano along with others.

But, the most moving part of the event was a speech by the Reverend Markel Hutchins. You know that feeling you get, when all of a sudden you feel those uncontrollable goose bumps because a preachers’ words and voice are moving your soul, that’s exactly how I felt. Before he talked, someone told me he is often referred to as the next Martin Luther King, Jr. and I can see why. With a riveting voice, powerful images and a passionate soul, Rev. Hutchins preached from the pulpit and reminded us how important the struggle for economic justice is to achieving a good and moral society.

After a great event in Detroit with a packed crowd, now it’s on to Toledo, but first hopefully we can find a Cracker Barrel.