Many people arrested in assaults on Asian residents in New York have had a history of mental health episodes, arrests and homelessness, complicating the city’s search for an effective response. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Race and Ethnicity”
‘Battle for the Soul of SoHo': A Debate on Gentrification, Race and Wealth
By Gotham Rex on April 4, 2021
The Manhattan neighborhood is locked in a contentious battle with city officials over whether, and how, it should change. Source: New York Times
Attack on Filipino Woman in NYC Creates Wave of Outrage
By Gotham Rex on March 30, 2021
Security guards failed to intervene while a man kicked and stomped on a 65-year-old woman near Times Square, yelling, “You don’t belong here.” Source: New York Times
Why Did the Dean of the Most Diverse Law School in the Country Cancel Herself?
By Gotham Rex on March 26, 2021
Was it the unfortunate use of a single word? Or something far more complicated? Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Creates Racial Justice Commission to Address Inequality
By Gotham Rex on March 23, 2021
A new racial justice commission will make policy recommendations that could include baby bonds, a jobs guarantee or reparations for Black residents. Source: New York Times
Protesters Rally Against Anti-Asian Attacks, and New York Has 5 More
By Gotham Rex on March 22, 2021
The authorities said they were investigating at least four of the attacks as possible hate crimes, including one that left a man in critical condition. Source: New York Times
Battered by Scandal, Governor Cuomo Leans on Black Leaders to Build His Defense
By Gotham Rex on March 18, 2021
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has actively sought the support of Black leaders and elected officials to serve as a buffer against calls for his resignation or impeachment. Source: New York Times
Asian-Americans Are Being Attacked. Why Are Hate Crime Charges So Rare?
By Gotham Rex on March 18, 2021
Several recent attacks have not been charged as hate crimes, fueling protests and outrage among many Asian-Americans. Source: New York Times
Rescuing an Off Off Broadway Theater With a Storied Past
By Gotham Rex on March 12, 2021
Preservationists hope to save the 13th Street Repertory Company building, with a little help from the Underground Railroad. Source: New York Times
Lawsuit Challenging NYC School Segregation Targets Gifted Programs
By Gotham Rex on March 9, 2021
The sweeping complaint accuses New York City of maintaining a segregated school system and seeks to establish the right to an anti-racist education. Source: New York Times
Why These 2 N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Are on a Collision Course
By Gotham Rex on March 2, 2021
Eric Adams, the Brooklyn borough president, and Ray McGuire, a former Citi executive, have become fast rivals in the New York City mayoral race. Source: New York Times
Attacks on Asian-Americans in New York Stoke Fear, Anxiety and Anger
By Gotham Rex on February 26, 2021
Hate crimes involving Asian-American victims soared in New York City last year. Officials are grappling with the problem even as new incidents occur. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Covid Vaccine Disparities Revealed in ZIP Code Data: Officials
By Gotham Rex on February 16, 2021
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Amy Cooper, Who Falsely Accused Bird-Watcher in Central Park, Has Charges Dismissed
By Gotham Rex on February 16, 2021
Ms. Cooper, a white woman, called 911 on the bird-watcher in Central Park. Prosecutors asked a judge to drop the charges after she finished an education program about racial bias. Source: New York Times
How This New Yorker Created a Vaccine Appointment Website for $50
By Gotham Rex on February 9, 2021
New Yorkers with tech skills were appalled when they tried to make vaccine appointments for older relatives. They knew there was a better way. Source: New York Times