July 14, 2011 — vol. 46, no 49
Roving Camera
How would you describe the state of black Boston? |
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I think we need more jobs, better schools and more police patrols in Roxbury and Dorchester. |
Kelly Long Sales Associate Dorchester |
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It could be better as far as jobs and youth programs are concerned. Also, the Department of Correction should step up and better prepare those incarcerated for post release. |
Michael Adams Security Boston |
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Lively and violent! When I visit the city, I love the people but I have to brace myself for the unexpected! |
Tricia Bryan Manager Worcester |
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It’s weird. Too much unnecessary violence going on. In its aftermath, there’s an explosion of peace rallies and prayer vigils, but what is it really doing? |
Calvin Sneed Food Services Dorchester |
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From visiting other cities, I can see that black Boston can do better. The other cities have a totally different vibe: more accommodating to young black professionals. It seems there’s more focus on the violence and not a lot of focus on the more positive things that are happening in Boston. |
Lanell Wade SQA Engineer Roxbury |
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There’s a new kind of black man here in Boston. Once upon a time they used to be standup American black men. Today, we don’t have the same unity for one common cause. |
Robnel Sneed Retired Atlanta, Ga. |
