Identity, Civic Engagement and Common Fate

Left Mural- Barack H. Obama 44th President of the United States of America.
Right Mural- Birthing a new Compton: "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden." Mathew 5:14

"Birthing a new Compton" is the mission that the residents are trying to live by today. The mural of our 44th President Barrack Obama seems only to support the political party that the residents of Compton identify themselves with.

Residents are offered numerous resources that can allow them to discuss various news events. One such example is the Hubcity Newspaper, which provides news to communicate, educate, and stimulate.

Ways to discuss national or local political ideas and laws are evident. One way is through the town hall meetings that are held 1-2 times a year. Another way is when the city council chambers meet with the district members to discuss ideas, policies, and/or laws.

Compton residents appear to have a mixed view of perceiving their fate as related to others within the community. Difficult to perceive because the perceptions and experiences may differ from one individual to another due to: age, ethnicity, and future mindset. However, the officials that we had the opportunity to meet with appeared to be more optimistic about Compton and spoke highly of the renovations being made to the city. They emphasized the media's constant negative portrayal of the city and their choice to ignore the positive attributes and notables that contribute to the city in a positive fashion. By providing the essential resources to the city, officials have high hopes that the Compton community could unite as one and work together to gain success individually and ultimately gain success as a community.