“I’ve been doing more work with the anti-violence community. I also work with the office of public safety and am continuing my efforts to stop the senseless killings in the community. We’re currently at a 60-year low in homicides, something I’m very proud of. I work with gang members and leaders trying to get them to put their guns down and stop the violence. Everyday I’m working to build bridges to stop the violence in the city of Philadelphia.”

“When I see kids doing the right things and they’re doing well. There used to be only two programs – Charlie Pack Peace for the Streets and Community Power. Since then, I’ve developed trade programs, flip funding, a program for dental hygienists, and horticulture in which the kids can sell the fruits and vegetables they grow. There is also cap & gown graduation ceremony at the end.

The Credible Messenger Program is also something I’ve implemented where adults who’ve experienced what my kids are going through, come back and tell our youth how they’ve ultimately made it out. Waloo267, Gillie, Meekmill have all played integral parts in the program’s success. These program additions were all accomplished while I was part of the detention center.”

“Reduced recidivism rates through our grass roots programs and further lowering the homicide rates in Philadelphia. In addition to the three mentioned above, we’ll also get Will Smith involved and helping us out.”

“I’ve had many mentors over the years. They were pioneers who did this work for 40-45 years themselves. Because there are so many, I can’t say just one but the one thing I always took from them is, 'Somebody’s gotta do the right thing' and 'Always lift up the next person when it’s time to give up your seat'.”

“I have this one young lady that I’ve mentored, Sabrina, who named their son after me. She named her son Michael because of the impact I had on her life in always being there through her challenging times.”

"Make sure to take time for yourself because this work will consume you. It never turns off so you’ve got to find a hobby so that you’re better able to help the next person. Working out has always kept me grounded from a spiritual point of view.”

“I know we need to concentrate in the areas of where there is high poverty and develop programming, education, and mentors for those kids. Take for example, the local rec center. To have people through the center walk them to and from school; to make sure they have the necessary resources to better learn and build comfort.”

“I’m a husband and father of 24-year-old triplets. I am passionate about sports and get to coach sports. I’m a family man who loves to travel and puts everything in the hands of God. I’m also somebody who has to work out to help me maintain my calmness throughout the day.”