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Basil Pursley

Arts / Culture

Advocate for the historically Black neighborhood of Newtown inspired by love for fellow Floridians

Basil Pursley

While gentrification continues to consume Newtown’s historic Black neighborhood, Atkins remains as an advocate and protector for the tight-knit community.
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An advocate for Newtown is inspired by his love for his fellow Floridians

Basil Pursley

While gentrification continues to consume Newtown’s historic Black neighborhood, Sarasota's first African American mayor remains as an advocate and protector for the tight-knit community.

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