Author Archives: raweick

Sharon Zukin laments the loss of uniqueness and authenticity of New York City neighborhoods as these areas conforms to corporate norms. Zukin believes the diminishing presence of mom-and-pop shops and the influx of commercial monopolies, such as Starbucks, a disgrace. … Continue reading →

Herman’s piece defines ethnic succession as the process when one ethnic group relocates another and gains dominance over business, political, or residential establishments. Herman explains that with an influx of new foreign arrivals, groups begin to “invade” and compete for … Continue reading →

Between the triangular region made by Broadway, Fifth Avenue, 22nd and 23rd street sits the infamous Flatiron Building. A building of commercial office space since its construction in 1902, one of New York City’s first skyscrapers is an iconic landmark. … Continue reading →

Although enclaves may result in lower wages amongst immigrants whether it be caused by competition or a poor customer pool, Alejandro Porte’s enclave ethnic theory does pose instances of social and psychological advantages. Individuals who move to America and settle … Continue reading →

Gabaccia details in his article, “Food Fights and American Values”, how the concern for healthier, American eating amongst immigrants provoked a need to create a national cuisine for foreigners, and native-borns, to aspire to. After a wave of immigration in … Continue reading →

The presence of a variety of ethnicities in popular culture, in regards to the music and film industry, appears to be a sign of progressive assimilation and acceptance, but the stereotypical nature of such roles actor and musicians embody can … Continue reading →

Mehta, Berger, and Ellick bring light to three communities, even a specific building, in Brooklyn and Queens that exhibit ethnic diversity. Neighborhood structure, sometimes still divided by racial suspicion and economic differences, can be considered as cohabitation rather than a … Continue reading →