By Pearl Phillip, Exclusive to New Black Voices Anti-Black racism is not a relic of history—it is a living system with daily, urgent consequences for Black New Yorkers. Despite New York’s reputation as a progressive, multicultural hub, disparities in health, housing, education, and economic opportunity are stark. From the South Bronx to Central Brooklyn, Black […]
By Chris Tobias California has long been plagued by wildfires, with increasing frequency and intensity due to climate change, deforestation, and urban sprawl. These devastating events disrupt lives, destroy properties, and strain public resources. While the damage caused by wildfires is vast, their impact is not felt equally. Marginalized communities, including Black Californians, often face […]
By Cooper Flaherty, CITY LIMITS | Editorial credit: Noah Labinaz / shutterstock.com “Climate activists, especially young people, know we can’t wait four years to prevent the worst of the crisis. The longer we wait to act, the more politicians and corporations take away from the futures of people growing up right now.” In the wake of […]