Mary Sheffield: A New Dawn for Detroit: From Community Advocate to Political Trailblazer - The Fight for a Just and Equitable City

By John V. Matthews

Mary Sheffield's journey is more than a political ascent-it is a movement rooted in justice, equity, and the relentless fight for a better Detroit. Mary Sheffield: A New Dawn for Detroit chronicles her rise from a passionate community advocate to a trailblazing political leader, making history as the youngest person ever elected to the Detroit City Council and later as its youngest president.
Born into a legacy of activism, Sheffield embraced her calling early, standing on the frontlines of Detroit's most pressing battles-affordable housing, economic empowerment, and property tax reform. With an unshakable commitment to the people, she launched groundbreaking initiatives like "Occupy the Corner" and "Inclusionary Housing," proving that leadership is about action, not just words.
Now, as she takes her boldest step yet-running to become Detroit's first female mayor-her vision, policies, and campaign have ignited a city hungry for change. This book takes readers behind the scenes of her journey, exploring the triumphs, the setbacks, and the unwavering determination that define her leadership.
More than a political biography, A New Dawn for Detroit is a testament to what's possible when passion meets purpose. Whether she claims victory or faces lessons in defeat, Mary Sheffield's impact is undeniable-reshaping Detroit's future, one community at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F2Y6LRVQ
• ISBN13: 9798315926542
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"