The Flood of Transplant New Yorkers

New York and its well-known icons such as Central Park, Times Square or the World Trade Center have “created the concept of New York throughout the world. Without the movies, the term New York would have a different content” (Blake 4), and the same logic applies to its filmmakers. New York has been one of the most popular film settings for many decades and seemed has influenced not only the film industry but also the expectations of many tourists. People travel to New York with a certain expectation of the city and its visual appearance; they want to find the city that is being represented to them through the voice of their favorite filmmakers. As a young boy, Woody Allen was fascinated by the atmosphere and the architecture of the city and therefore loved all films that were set in New York (cf. Lax 21). His first visit to New York in 1941 determined his life and his future work as a filmmaker entirely. His father took him to Time Square, which was a place “brash and exciting and vaguely naughty” (Klein 85), a place so “seductive that [he’s] never really recovered from it” (Lax

George could not turn his back on New York City because the city had never turned its back on him, even when he had absolutely nothing. The effects of being raised in this sometimes cruel, yet prosperous environment is evident in the life of George Andrews; he represents not only the harsh

During the course of society there are many social issues that arise within the community. As New York City is one of the most diverse society in population and cultures, many of our communities are facing issues that often affect the development of the society as a whole. Like many people who experience difficulties and need help, this help is provided by a network of agencies and organizations in the field of Human Servcices. Many Human Services organizations advocate for their community and their people to help provide efficient services for those in need. Workers in the Human Services field offer assistance in their community to help fight social issues as well as helping them cope with or solve everyday problems. In this paper I'll discuss a social issue among the immigrants in New York city. In that same case, a visited a Human Services agency that advocates and provide sources to help regarding this issue in the community for immigrants in New York City.

New York, on the other hand, stands for diverse culture, fine arts, and wealthy living. New York life began as a mere dream until he took it upon himself to make it into reality. Desperately trying to hold on to his identity, he stole almost three thousand dollars and boarded a train to New York. Just as he imagined, the city

Gangs of New York is considered by most scholars to be a historical narrative that reflects on the influence of class politics in the molding of the U.S. Amsterdam, the protagonist in the film, comments on how New York City, “wasn’t a city really. It was more a furnace where a city someday might be forged,” reflects on this argument that Gangs of New York is illustrative of how America came to be what it is today (Gangs of New York, 00:16:46-52). I agree with this interpretation of the film and will discuss how gang warfare and political corruption in the film are used to illuminate this message of class politics and how they helped to shape modern day America.

The view of New York through Nick Carraway's perspective highlights the small but darker actions

With reference to the mentioned above, it is also permissible to assume that the audience to which the author directed the book is possibly medium to high class, with a basic level of education and reside in Manhattan for her direct observation of how, in the cocktail parties, people voice comments such as "I can't take Manhattan anymore" and "our citizens dream of the open spaces of Wyoming, the manicured exclusivities of Hobe Sound” just as her allusions to historic events, for example "there is much about Manhattan now that resembles Dickensian London” and “For the ancient greeks, drama taught and reinforced compassion”. This last fact among other opinions such as "We cannot deny the existence of the helpless as their presence grows” y “it is impossible to insulate ourselves against what it is at our very doorstep”, finally define that the intention of the author when executing this document was generating conscience to the population of the city in which she

The history of America has been associated with immigration. In fact, the population of America is believed to be highly dominated by immigrants. The topic of immigrants in the United Sates is crucial even in the present situation. There are mixed reactions on the best way to deal with the issue of immigration, especially in the political front. Immigration in the United States is quite extensive and began long time ago. This essay will address the American Immigration history, featuring the cities and community of nations between 1880 and 1914, as well as the urban politics at the turn of the century.

According to music icon, John Lennon, “America is where it’s at. I should have been born in New York. New York was it.” Many people share the same viewpoint as Lennon since New York City is currently home to over 8.4 million people and about 800 different languages. New York mesmerizes people with the flashing lights of Times Square, the economic opportunities on Wall Street, and the fast-paced movement of Manhattan. New York is a magnet that draws people from all cultures and parts of the world to the center and makes it the “place to be” .

New York, the city of dreams, has always been a city that gather people all around the world to fulfill their dreams. All the different racists, different religions, and different cultures have brighten the city of new york. It becomes more like a nation instead of a city. Colson Whitehead’s had mentions in his book Colossus of New York that there are “eight million naked cities in this naked city-they dispute they disagree” (Whitehead 6), which show us how diverse the city is. People in this city have their own thoughts and dreams because they all come from different places in the world with different cultural backgrounds. The uniqueness of each person causes chemical reaction between one and others, therefore competitions and disputes start

In the city, there were countless attractions that summoned visitors on a day-to-day basis. The buses, trains, new subway system, cars, and elevated railroads all carried people over from everywhere and into New York. The city had all types of attractions that the towns didn’t, such as Broadway the shopping districts, cabarets and nightclubs, and fine wine-and-dine restaurants where the rich could enjoy an extravagant dinner and time. The middle class could do similar, all while being surrounded by and visible to family, friends, and neighbors. The city flourished with life, especially at night once streetlights became available. Those who had the ability to do so enjoyed everything that there was to offer; however, not everyone had the opportunity to relish in the excitement available.

Whenever New York City comes to the minds of people, it’s usually first associated with Broadway shows and Wall Street primarily. Ever since I’ve moved here, one of the first things I think about whenever I step out my door is “Will I have enough money for the Subway?” Sometimes I also think “What’s going to happen to me on the Subway today?” Well usually I have enough money, and most of the time nothing significant happens to me on the Subway. However in those rare moments when something does happen or I witness something out of the ordinary, that thought usually sticks with me for a bit. Travis Bickle, the central focus of Martin Scorcese’s 1976 film Taxi Driver, saw the city of Manhattan as a gritty, crime-ridden island filled with “the scum, the cunts, the dogs, the filth, the shit” who walk around the place every day. Personally, that’s not how I’ve seen the city thus far.

Immigrants are the backbone of New York City. They make a significant portion of the city’s population. Similarly immigrants have been flooding into the city for decades, contributing to the city’s social and economic diversity. This can be seen through the abundance of immigrant restaurants, businesses, and communities. Furthermore, one can hear a copious variety of languages and can immerse themselves into the melting pot that is New York City.

What I love about New York is that it’s a city full of a rich history from hosting the first Continental Congress, headquartering the United Nations, and the millions of immigrants that travelled through Ellis Island. Proving it’s a place where anyone from anywhere can come together making New York a united global hub. My late father always told me that New York is for dreamers. No matter how big or small anything can happen here. A true New Yorker, Jay-Z, once notoriously said, “Concrete jungle where dreams are made of, There’s nothing you can’t do.”

I’m not an outsider, but I know that tourists hear NYC and think straight about the shopping districts of Manhattan; Times Square to be exact. We are the city that never sleeps, on one hand you have those who shop and give their money away to the big brand stores. Unlike most of us, they have that type of money to spare. On the other hand, you have those who can’t sleep because they’re on their late night shifts. North of Manhattan is my bubble, my home: the Bronx. No one really hears about the Bronx unless they turn on the TV and hear that someone was shot. Our game is survival in a capitalist country where there’s been a history of prejudice, and class distinction. We all live in this melting pot, this “land of the free” and home of the brave.