Author Archives: Patricia Ruiz

While I do not have much personal experience with gentrification, I can understand Sharon Zunkin’s theory that the “soul” of a neighborhood comes from the people who have lived there for a long time and its unique businesses. After all … Continue reading →

In 2009, I spent most of my summer waiting outside the Trump International Hotel to get a glimpse of the Jonas Brothers. While I was there, I saw many interesting things. The hotel is located on Central Park West so … Continue reading →

I think it is the government’s responsibility to protect all of its citizens so I agree with solutions such as Bloomberg’s plan for Willets Point in Queens to an extent. It is not sanitary or safe to live in the … Continue reading →

I was really shocked when I read Gabaccia’s “Food Fights and American Values.” I could not believe that American society actually rejected food from different cultures. I can’t think of any person I know who doesn’t like going to restaurants … Continue reading →

I think the issues of Anglo-centrism and coerced assimilation have somewhat resolved; yet they are definitely still present in today’s society. They haven’t affected me as much since I am half white and my peers are much more accepting of … Continue reading →

Adam Ellick appropriately named the article in which he describes his failure to fully understand Jackson Heights, Queens “A Melting Pot, and a Closed Book.” I think it is his own fault that he found Queens to be a “closed … Continue reading →