Segregation (Atlanta, Dunwoody, Buford: neighborhood, high schools, gated)

[equinox63]

Atlanta is now (and has been for some time) noted as one of the most segregated cities/metro areas in America. Although this has reduced slightly in certain intown areas, there is still an economic disparity as, in many cases, relatively affluent intown whites are integrated with poorer intown blacks.

I rarely see whites, blacks, and other races and ethnic groups (even of the same economic standing) living together equally. Is this a bad thing or a good thing in your opinions?

Do you feel that segregation is a problem in Atlanta and what (if anything) should be done about it?

[MisterNY]

This is nothing unique to Atlanta, but I think over time things will improve. People's attitudes are changing over time. You have your bitter old farts and weak, ignorant minded folks...and that'll never stop.

But with more open minded people, and time..things are gradually going to improve. You also cannot force people to congregate, people will always feel comfortable being around those who look like them, but the issue is the reluctance to have an open mind towards others that don't (look like them).

If you want to be honest and technical, segregation is all over. Anywhere in the USA. Atlanta is not alone, however there is room for improvement.

Also remember, within races there is segregation too....so it goes deeper. We can be on the topic all day long. Give it time, and notice how the younger generation interacts. Observe and tell us what you think.

[Merin]

I live in the City my neighborhood is very diverse.

[equinox63]

Originally Posted by Merin

I live in the City my neighborhood is very diverse.

With each of the multiple races/ethnic groups making a similar income and enjoying the same standard of living? All the children (of various racial and ethnic backgrounds) that live in your neighborhood play and go to school together? Do you live in the East Atlanta/Grant Park area?

[Shagbark Hickory]

You're kidding right?

Atlanta is the most racially intermingled place I've ever seen.

Originally Posted by equinox63

Atlanta is now (and has been for some time) noted as one of the most segregated cities/metro areas in America. Although this has reduced slightly in certain intown areas, there is still an economic disparity as, in many cases, relatively affluent intown whites are integrated with poorer intown blacks.

I rarely see whites, blacks, and other races and ethnic groups (even of the same economic standing) living together equally. Is this a bad thing or a good thing in your opinions?

Do you feel that segregation is a problem in Atlanta and what (if anything) should be done about it?

[Tdiddy0027]

yeah as far as southern cities go it's pretty integrated- certainly more integrated than citie4s like New York or LA

[LionT]

Not trying to flame any fires (if any).. just wondering, where are the segregations? Any examples? I do see some precinncts with more asians, some with more hispanics, etc.

[equinox63]

Originally Posted by LionT

Not trying to flame any fires (if any).. just wondering, where are the segregations? Any examples? I do see some precinncts with more asians, some with more hispanics, etc.

Southside (South Dekalb/South Fulton) = predominantly Black
Northside (North Fulton/Outer Northern Suburbs) = Predominantly White
Dunwoody/Buford Hwy = Predominantly Latino/Asian
Clarkston = predominantly Somalian/African
Cobb County = White/Asian
Gwinett County = White/Latino

Remember, these are just a few examples of some broad generalizations, so please do not take offense... but am i wrong here? I'm really not talking about the few exceptions.

Think about your neighborhood... How many of the 4 neighbors to the front back, left, and right of you are of a race other than your own?

And as a mentioned. it is more prevalent in the suburbs. It seems there is more of a racial mix, but economic disparity intown...

[BobKovacs]

Why do you feel that every block needs to consist of a wealthy black lawyer, a whitestore owner, an Asian school teacher, and an impoverished hispanic single mother?

[equinox63]

Originally Posted by Shagbark Hickory

You're kidding right?

Atlanta is the most racially intermingled place I've ever seen.

Here's an example,

Make three lists:

1. Besides Grady (and maybe Lakeside), list the most evenly mixed Metro Atlanta high schools.

2. Then list the predominantly Black metro Atlanta high schools.

3. Then list the predominantly White metro Atlanta high schools.

I'd predict that the 2nd and 3rd lists would be FAR longer than the 1st...

Also, if you really want to make it interesting... map where those schools are located. I think you would start to see the pattern illustrating what i am talking about...