Erie County is in the midst of a heated debate over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with national coverage from The Washington Post and local reporting from GoErie.com highlighting both progress and resistance within county government. In this episode of NEXT, Marcus Atkinson sits down with Christina Vogel, Democratic candidate for County Executive of Erie County, PA. Vogel shares her personal journey, discusses her vision for Erie’s future, and addresses the county’s DEI challenges head-on. This episode offers viewers an inside look at the people, policies, and decisions shaping Erie, and provides a candid glimpse into how Vogel plans to navigate these pressing issues.