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Category Archives: Christos Mouzakitis
The Worst Slum that Ever Was
Tyler Anbinder discusses in his book Five Points the changes made to Five Points in the post-Civil War era. Demographically, the region was “no longer the most densely populated portion of the city” (343). However, it remained one of the … Continue reading
Posted in April 16, Christos Mouzakitis
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Effectiveness of Robert Moses’ Urban Renewal Plan
Christopher Mele, in his book “Selling the Lower East Side,” rigorously examines Robert Moses’ urban renewal policy and its effectiveness in salvaging and revitalizing neighborhoods in New York City that were victim to rampant crime and violence as a result … Continue reading
Posted in April 9, Christos Mouzakitis
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African American Entrepreneurship: An “Awful Circle” of Disadvantage
Martin Luther King, Jr. once stated, “Every step towards [a] goal requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” In starting a business, for example, one must remain determined amidst struggle and failure. Jennifer … Continue reading
Posted in Christos Mouzakitis, March 12
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The New Trend in Immigrant Living Conditions
When people think of old immigrants coming to America, they consider the Irish, English, German, and Dutch, escaping political unrest, famine, and religious persecution in hopes of a better life. However, after the publication of Jacob Riis’ photo journal How … Continue reading
Posted in Christos Mouzakitis, March 5
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Migration: Past and Present. Is America still worth it?
“America, with its expanding industrial economy, job opportunities, and high wages and standard of living” (Foner 21-22) beckoned to immigrants throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Even after over twelve million immigrants passed through New York’s Ellis Island, there is … Continue reading
Posted in Christos Mouzakitis, February 26
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Why Suppressing the Blacks to Safeguard the Colonists’ Profits Failed
It is often said that, “A man may be worth more than others, and still be worthless.” This assertion introduces an important concept in both Leslie Harris’ “Slaves in Colonial New York,” and Thelma Foote’s “Black and White Manhattan,” regarding … Continue reading
Posted in Christos Mouzakitis, February 19
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The Nationality that Emerges out of the Melting Pot
President Franklin D. Roosevelt once stated, “Remember always that all of us [Americans] are descended from immigrants.” A recurring issue in immigration is how to facilitate the acclimation of immigrants to American civic virtues. Michael Walzer’s “What does it mean … Continue reading
Posted in Christos Mouzakitis, February 12
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