The Power of Young People is the Power of Voting: A Conversation with NY City Council Member Ritchie Torres
Richie Torres tells us what motivated him to get involved in politics, and how he encourages others to do the same.
Richie Torres tells us what motivated him to get involved in politics, and how he encourages others to do the same.
For two guys who grew up in The Bronx, hearty meat dishes they learned from women in their families connect them to their immigrant roots. John O’Connell and Richard Rodriguez are both hosts for About Men Radio. O’Connell, the youngest…
A photo essay that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
The Bronx has more African immigrants than any of NYC’s boroughs.
Immigrants talk about how they remain connected to their home culture through food.
Beauty, self-confidence and “fitting in” to American culture are factors for black women immigrants when they choose their hair style.
A video portrait of Nelson Andujar, an Ivy League graduate and the son of Dominican immigrants. While his friends move away for work he feels bound to his family and the Bronx.
A video about the ethnic politics of a Bronx City Council race from our friends at Voices of NY, plus other stories of interest.
Congressman Rangel wins by a razor-thin margin, dashing the hopes of a challenger who had hoped to be the first Dominican-born member of Congress.
A look at two races in NY’s rare June primary where immigrant voters played a significant role.