With the construction of Jackson underway, many residents have noticed a significant change in the communities of the city.  But with these newfound changes, some feel as if there could be a possible ulterior motive in play as well.  Either way, Jackson is long overdue for a facelift to revitalize the city and generate more revenue, a positive atmosphere, and a strong foundation to build on for generations to come.

Although Jackson is predominately black, whites mostly fund the majority of the new businesses arriving into the area. Economic growth is always an advantage for any city thriving to maintain or even achieve an upper echelon status, but at what cost?  Many citizens fear losing their homes and communities due to displacement.

As cities such as Madison, Flowood and others are consistently being renovated, Jackson has always found itself on the tail end of receiving financial aid from the state over the past twenty years.  But with the recent 'tug of war' matches Jackson has had to endure involving the city's airport and the water works system, it seems as though many outsiders have decided to act on the depreciation of the land and capitalize on the reconstruction of Jackson.

All interviews were conducted with participating city officials and citizens who were looking to express their opinions about the current state Jackson.  Many have felt that speaking on the subject at hand is pointless because their concerns will only fall on deaf ears, yet the individuals who are passionate about increasing Jackson's value as well as working with other cities on the same level, feel as if as nothing will ever be accomplished unless the true voice of the people is heard in a serious tone.  The purpose of this research is to give that voice an outlet to inspire.