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I think the reality of predominantly Black neighborhoods in America anywhere outside of NYC had been that they lack retail amenities. Even Harlem also lacked new modern urban housing Black people actually live in. DC is now bucking that trend on both fronts probably more than even Harlem because in DC’s case, the neighborhoods adding all these restaurants and new modern housing with rents for new construction starting at $1500-$1700 are over 90 percent Black and insulated from displacement pressure by the Anacostia River. That is not true for Harlem or anywhere else in the nation right now.
As these developments deliver, DC will produce a Black thriving oasis of vibrant 90 percent Black neighborhoods surrounded by predominantly Black wealthy suburbs in Prince George’s County all protected and separated by the Anacostia river that protects the eco system the Black community lost after the demise of the Harlem Renaissance, Black Broadway, and Black Wall Street.
If we are talking about a solution to the violence and poverty in the Black community that is rampant across America, I think an analysis of the past is worth looking at. Talking to seniors who lived during that time prior to the 1968 riots, the Black community used to be self sufficient. After integration, we lost self sufficiency along with our morals and values. Communities became drug infested slums with high unemployment and lack of amenities and resources. Black communities loss all hope and fell into disrepair. We have the ability to built our communities up without waiting on other races to do it. Black people should be the ones revitalizing our communities. It’s our duty in my opinion.
In NYC, SE Queens pretty much fits the bill of overwhelmingly black and middle class. It is more single family homes, but it is still about 90% black or so.
For longtime Black DC residents that would like to buy a house in the city, a new $10 million fund for Black residents only has been put together to buy houses in the city. They haven't released any details yet on the requirements. The only requirement thus far is that it is only for longtime Black residents.
In NYC, SE Queens pretty much fits the bill of overwhelmingly black and middle class. It is more single family homes, but it is still about 90% black or so.
I recently spent time in SE Queens. Some very nice neighborhoods. There needs to be better retail and some cleaning up the streets. I also hate how Queens roads are laid out. There's no reason 144 road should perpendicular to 144 ave and bisected by 169 St. absolute madness lol. Also the traffic is a mess.
In NYC, SE Queens pretty much fits the bill of overwhelmingly black and middle class. It is more single family homes, but it is still about 90% black or so.
Are there a lot of Black owned restaurants there? I haven't spent much time in Queen's. I usually spend my time in Harlem and Brooklyn.
To your point, Caribbean and African restaurants do belong in a different category than what I am referring to when it comes to Black restaurants. I think immigrant restaurants exist in most cities. When I think Black owned restaurants, I'm talking about sit down restaurants with tables and a bar serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. A nice atmosphere with maybe a DJ where Black people come to socialize. A space that is decorated and designed well.
I love this idea in Atlanta. This is something that will provide equity as development around the beltline continues to SW Atlanta in the future. It is important to ensure Black owned businesses get a seat at the table when the beltline reaches Southwest Atlanta.
To your point, Caribbean and African restaurants do belong in a different category than what I am referring to when it comes to Black restaurants. I think immigrant restaurants exist in most cities. When I think Black owned restaurants, I'm talking about sit down restaurants with tables and a bar serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. A nice atmosphere with maybe a DJ where Black people come to socialize. A space that is decorated and designed well.
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