@@airjor1 umm no. The kkk didnt riot this summer. BLM did. See, Selma has been run by democrats for the past 50 years. That is the reason it looks like this.
I was born and raised in Selma. My teen years were in Selma too and I loved it. My family owned a little cafe called The Domino Parlor. About a year ago I passed through and had to pull over because I was crying. Selma is a disgrace now. People that live there should demand that their elected official step up or leave. I have such fond memories of Hotel Albert, the beautiful library where I spent hours reading, and the movie theatre all which have been torn down. Mama took my sister and I to Hotel Albert right before it was torn down. She wanted us to see the beauty of the old South. When you walked into the library you were overcome with the smell of old books and paper. I would draw in a deep breath when I entered. I can still remember the addresses where we lived before moving to Lazy Acres.... 902 Lauderdale and 510 Tremont . I don’t know it they are still standing or not. Wonderful places ... The Pettis Bridge, Graystone Restaurant , Parrish High School and on and on. I’d love to spend a weekend again just for old times sake.
people always blame elected officials.. its the PEOPLE who need to INVEST in their own town.. businesses are private endeavors not public works. I was very upset myself it deserves better but its the private sector that makes things move not gov
I was born and raised here. I have fond memories from my childhood, but in recent years Selma is dangerous. The whole time I was watching this saying don't go too far that way and don't let the dark catch you. I moved away when two guys used my house as a shield while shooting at each other while me and my children were home. I agree Selma need better leadership and investments. 27 is still home to me, and I still visit my parents there. It breaks my heart that so many fought so hard for equality here and its left to ruins.
I'm currently visiting Selma staying at the St. James hotel, which recently opened on Water Ave. It's a very nice accomodation overlooking the riverfront. Being here has been a great experience. I plan to return in June for the grand opening of the Selma Alabama Art House. Although I love the experience and hospitality, I am surprised by number of buildings, roads, and neighborhoods in ruin so I share your sentiment regarding the need for investment and revitalization. I am hopeful and prayerful that it has begun and will continue, especially as awareness is put forth. Thank you for sharing! You're doing a good work!
Yeah, I am a psychotherapist and just got offered a position in Selma. It reminds me of Tuskegee where I grew up. Lots of history and cultural attributes but lacking in financial infrastructure and investments. Selma and Tuskegee are really similar tho. If it were not for blacks in Central Alabama specifically Selma, Tuskegee, Montgomery, and Birmingham we would NOT be where we are today. Nowhere near. I would probably not have the job I do now as jobs like mine for blacks back then were FEW and far between unless you worked in a city like Selma or Tuskegee where it was mostly black and even then they were scarce.Really sad the shit we had to go through. Even when you look at similar cities in Alabama like Selma or Tuskegee that are mostly white there is such a difference! More business, etc. etc. Hopefully, we can get moving again and revitalize these historical areas.
@Tom Brady there certainly is money there and the local government is probably giving themselves raises and god knows what else, not reinvesting in the town and that is why people are leaving in droves.
If you return make sure to stop in and dine at Hancock's Bar Be Que! I forgot the road but there is an area that has a less old town feel with a Walmart supercenter a mall and other stores, walgreens, etc. But I like the old town vibe and would love to see that area and old buildings transformed and made use of, even for living spaces.
Jose last week in my US History we watch a movie called Selma and in the movie they showed the same bridge in the movie that you walked over and the town.
Thanks for sharing your experience in Selma. I agree. It needs lots of investment. At 2:30 I saw “Chamber of Commerce”. You should have stopped by and told them your thoughts. 😀
Both sets of my grandparents and both of my parents are from Selma so it’s my second home. Selma should be on par with Atlanta economy wise bc of the history it has the potential to be a little Atlanta aka a second black Mecca !
My Great uncle was the mayor from 1964 to 1979 which he shortly ran again and took office to I believe around 2000. He was my Grandmother's youngest brother. SELMA Was a thriving town and once the rights movement started and due to the racial hate and bigotry and having an all out pissing match with the Black people trying to make the March from selma to Montgomery. Due to this and the brutality that took place. This made Selma a massive change for the black people to have the same rights as the Caucasian race if not more. But it also left the City of Selma a permanent Casualty of the History that took place. It also proved that anger and hate and violence, and a serious lack of forgiveness and treating each other with respect can result in this kind of disaster. It is say. But Selma is dead. And buildings and home will continue to collapse and fall into the streets. Till there is nothing left. It was my mother's home and her families. But most of the generations I grew up to know as a child while I visited during the summer's have all past away including my uncle Joe who past away in 2005. Most all of the Caucasian people have moved to new towns in Alabama and Florida. . Or different towns. .
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BLM should invest some of their millions of donation dollars to Selma Alabama restoration. That gesture would benefit black history.
LOL, BLM is not about investing, they're all about destruction. You gotta ask yourself why does Selma look like that today?
@@airjor1 umm no. The kkk didnt riot this summer. BLM did. See, Selma has been run by democrats for the past 50 years. That is the reason it looks like this.
Agree. But they to busy buying mansions in white neighborhoods.
BLM is not an organized single organization...
@@WhiteCheddar. Pff, Capitol Riots....
Never thought i'd ever be here. I remember in Middle school reading about this place thinking.. will never end up in rural Alabama to see it.
I lived in Selma from 73 - 88. Was only able to escape the poverty when I joined the Army, my Mother ( Irene ) used to work at the GLASS HOUSE
The potential and historical significance is there.. but, will people invest in that?
I was born and raised in Selma. My teen years were in Selma too and I loved it. My family owned a little cafe called The Domino Parlor. About a year ago I passed through and had to pull over because I was crying. Selma is a disgrace now. People that live there should demand that their elected official step up or leave.
I have such fond memories of Hotel Albert, the beautiful library where I spent hours reading, and the movie theatre all which have been torn down. Mama took my sister and I to Hotel Albert right before it was torn down. She wanted us to see the beauty of the old South. When you walked into the library you were overcome with the smell of old books and paper. I would draw in a deep breath when I entered.
I can still remember the addresses where we lived before moving to Lazy Acres.... 902 Lauderdale and 510 Tremont . I don’t know it they are still standing or not. Wonderful places ... The Pettis Bridge, Graystone Restaurant , Parrish High School and on and on. I’d love to spend a weekend again just for old times sake.
people always blame elected officials.. its the PEOPLE who need to INVEST in their own town.. businesses are private endeavors not public works. I was very upset myself it deserves better but its the private sector that makes things move not gov
I was born and raised here. I have fond memories from my childhood, but in recent years Selma is dangerous. The whole time I was watching this saying don't go too far that way and don't let the dark catch you. I moved away when two guys used my house as a shield while shooting at each other while me and my children were home. I agree Selma need better leadership and investments. 27 is still home to me, and I still visit my parents there. It breaks my heart that so many fought so hard for equality here and its left to ruins.
I'm currently visiting Selma staying at the St. James hotel, which recently opened on Water Ave. It's a very nice accomodation overlooking the riverfront. Being here has been a great experience. I plan to return in June for the grand opening of the Selma Alabama Art House. Although I love the experience and hospitality, I am surprised by number of buildings, roads, and neighborhoods in ruin so I share your sentiment regarding the need for investment and revitalization. I am hopeful and prayerful that it has begun and will continue, especially as awareness is put forth. Thank you for sharing! You're doing a good work!
Yeah, I am a psychotherapist and just got offered a position in Selma. It reminds me of Tuskegee where I grew up. Lots of history and cultural attributes but lacking in financial infrastructure and investments. Selma and Tuskegee are really similar tho. If it were not for blacks in Central Alabama specifically Selma, Tuskegee, Montgomery, and Birmingham we would NOT be where we are today. Nowhere near. I would probably not have the job I do now as jobs like mine for blacks back then were FEW and far between unless you worked in a city like Selma or Tuskegee where it was mostly black and even then they were scarce.Really sad the shit we had to go through. Even when you look at similar cities in Alabama like Selma or Tuskegee that are mostly white there is such a difference! More business, etc. etc. Hopefully, we can get moving again and revitalize these historical areas.
We will go back soon to show residential neighborhoods. What I saw briefly was shocking. It's in bad shape.
Politicians don't care about the town of Selma unless there's a good photo opportunity.
This boils down to city government , they're spending the money somewhere, this looks like a typical democrat ran city to me.
@Tom Brady there certainly is money there and the local government is probably giving themselves raises and god knows what else, not reinvesting in the town and that is why people are leaving in droves.
Absolutely
Great documentary my man!
If you return make sure to stop in and dine at Hancock's Bar Be Que! I forgot the road but there is an area that has a less old town feel with a Walmart supercenter a mall and other stores, walgreens, etc. But I like the old town vibe and would love to see that area and old buildings transformed and made use of, even for living spaces.
I live in Selma
Jose last week in my US History we watch a movie called Selma and in the movie they showed the same bridge in the movie that you walked over and the town.
Was there in January. Was disappointed to see how this land Mark is being let go down.
Jose, very sobering...important for people to see. .......next time you are near Atlanta, please consider doing vlog of Kennesaw, Georgia;
jazzbeau507 we will do more ATL my friend
Great video, any update coming?
When i see dem chains i justa singin boss.
If those buildings and bridges could talk what would it say?
Thanks for sharing your experience in Selma. I agree. It needs lots of investment. At 2:30 I saw “Chamber of Commerce”. You should have stopped by and told them your thoughts. 😀
Both sets of my grandparents and both of my parents are from Selma so it’s my second home. Selma should be on par with Atlanta economy wise bc of the history it has the potential to be a little Atlanta aka a second black Mecca !
I lived thirty minutes from there and have family that live out that way.
My Great uncle was the mayor from 1964 to 1979 which he shortly ran again and took office to I believe around 2000. He was my Grandmother's youngest brother. SELMA Was a thriving town and once the rights movement started and due to the racial hate and bigotry and having an all out pissing match with the Black people trying to make the March from selma to Montgomery. Due to this and the brutality that took place. This made Selma a massive change for the black people to have the same rights as the Caucasian race if not more. But it also left the City of Selma a permanent Casualty of the History that took place. It also proved that anger and hate and violence, and a serious lack of forgiveness and treating each other with respect can result in this kind of disaster. It is say. But Selma is dead. And buildings and home will continue to collapse and fall into the streets. Till there is nothing left. It was my mother's home and her families. But most of the generations I grew up to know as a child while I visited during the summer's have all past away including my uncle Joe who past away in 2005. Most all of the Caucasian people have moved to new towns in Alabama and Florida. . Or different towns. .
It looks run down in broke.
@ 7:15 every weekend I used to fish off that sand bar to your right
Thanks Amazon
Tornado wow
they got hit?
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Selma could use a serious revenotations N more stores N Restraurants
It could also just be burned down for the benefit of humanity. Find the residents a better town to live
Thanks jose
I am from valley and lanett show me
Worset place in Alabama to live!
Looks dead !! Guess why.
No jobs and the buildings are hundred years old
Racism
Plenty