Dr. Benjamin Carson, Housing and Urban Development Secretary for the U.S., visited Benjamin Carson High School of Science and Medicine on March 15, 2017. He went to speak to parents and students about his plans with public housing and to also give some words of inspiration.
This student reporter was given the opportunity to speak with Carson one-on-one and to work with the Housing and Urban Development Press. Dr. Carson spoke of his biggest inspirations, including his faith and his mother. “She didn’t believe in excuses.” Carson said. When asked how he gets his confidence, Carson said, “It stems from my relationship with God.”
At the event, Carson made statements and took questions from Benjamin Carson High School students. Much of the discussion centered around his hometown of Detroit.
"There was a time when Detroit was one of the most prosperous cities in America," Carson said. "I don't see why we can't get back there."
“I feel like he had a lot of positive things to say,” Shannan Lockhart, history teacher, said, “and hopefully he’ll help some of the people who are struggling in the city.”
