kennedy, and mary helen rogers, and alex picture, and nate mason.ny of our heroes in this community who fought to make sure that our voices were heard, who fought to make sure that kids like me growing up in this neighborhood had access to programs like the mayor's youth employment and training program. they thought the hard fight, and we are the beneficiaries. those of us who are fortunate enough to not only still live here, but to thrive here in san francisco where we have seen a significant decline of the african-american population. we know that's the case, we know things have changed, but we are going to still make a difference. we are still here, and we still matter, and we will make sure the world knows. [♪] [applause]. >> the fact that, over the years, and it sometimes continues to be throughout the country, a really challenging relationship between the police department all over the country, and communities of color, but sadly, especially, african-american communities, does not go unnoticed by me, and it is why i am so proud and happy to wo