In this interview, Clarice Cooper, President of the Coconut Grove Village West Homeowners and Tenants Association, shares insights from her lifelong experiences in Miami's Coconut Grove area. She discusses community dynamics, the influence of the Civil Rights Movement, challenges related to urban development and gentrification, and the community's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cooper emphasizes the resilience and strength of her community in the face of socioeconomic shifts and persistent challenges.