Centrala begrepp
The author highlights the deep-rooted socioeconomic struggles faced by residents of South Los Angeles, emphasizing the impact of neglect and economic injustice on the community.
Sammanfattning
Residents of South Los Angeles face a multitude of challenges, from a lack of essential services like grocery stores and banks to limited job opportunities. The recent riots have exacerbated an already difficult situation, leading to concerns about the future and frustrations with economic disparities. Despite some voices expressing hope for rebuilding, there is an underlying sense of pessimism and disillusionment among residents.
Statistik
"Since the days of the Watts riots, most major supermarket chains have cut back their stores in South Los Angeles."
"Today, in some sections of South Los Angeles, the nearest full-service grocery stores are often at least two bus rides away."
"With fewer than 35 major supermarkets and 20 banks and thrifts serving a 35-square-mile area of more than half a million people..."
"Some business owners with riot-related losses have no insurance and will not reopen their enterprises."
"People will have to leave the area just to shop."
Citat
"People 'won’t have anywhere to eat. They won’t have anywhere to buy gas. They won’t have anywhere to buy groceries.'" - Jacquie Wade
"These looters may not realize it, but this is criminal activity." - William Small
"I’d rather see this happening in Pasadena or Simi Valley. I don’t think people should mess up their own neighborhood." - Sadi Dukes