The Compton I knew was from my mother, and it was beautiful. It was this close-knit community, and people cared about one… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
An effective leader is able to reach people in their natural environment and extract their experiences and knowledge about the issues that… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
People are taking a second look at Compton or rethinking what they believed to be true. Even the rap stars who helped… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
It's critical to be able to see things in other people that sometimes they don't see in themselves. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
The only difference between Compton and other cities is the ZIP Code, you know, and the mindset - it's just really about… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
The majority of people, especially young people, know Dr. Dre because of Beats by Dre, not necessarily from him being a rap… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I don't think it's my job, single-handedly, to fix anything. I think it's my job to have a vision and have a… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
Compton is a much safer Compton than it was in the '80s. People play in parks. People aren't afraid to be out… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I've always understood that, as a woman and as a person of color, I would always have to work harder; I would… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
Political positions do not belong to the officeholder; they belong to the people that place us in office. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
Compton is this amazing place with a rich history. I see it as a new Brooklyn. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
The Compton I knew was from my mother, and it was beautiful. It was this close-knit community, and people cared about one another, and… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I think Compton is definitely a part of my, my family history - a part of me. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I believe Kendrick Lamar is not only an artist but an influencer of an entire generation. He represents Compton with great pride, and I… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
In California, they're not making any more land. And with the high cost of land, from a business standpoint, being able to move your… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
Having a diverse council is necessary in order to make sure that all constituents are represented well. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I research best practices and recipes for success and failure to craft personalised policies for my city. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I knew I would work in a community that I would like to live in, but I had no idea that I would ever… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
People who come from Compton - they're overcoming so many challenges that most people don't have to overcome, but that creates special tenacity and… — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
I have always believed women have so many natural leadership qualities. They just need opportunities and access. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
We all have a social responsibility and have to be mindful of what we do and say. — Aja Brown Copy Share Image
