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The Statue and Its Presence in Columbus: Part 1

Shown left to right: Ken Paul, former City of Columbus Chief of Staff; Jason Jenkins, Chief Diversity Officer, Jennifer Fening, Deputy Director

In this insightful interview, Deputy Director Jennifer Fening sits down with Chief Diversity Officer Jason Jenkins and former City of Columbus Chief of Staff Ken Paul to discuss the decision to remove the Christopher Columbus statue from City Hall in July 2020. The conversation delves into the statue’s historical context, community sentiment, and the challenges faced during the transformative summer of 2020. Explore the behind-the-scenes conversations along the city’s path toward equity and reform.