Contrasting Realities: A Journey on Chicago's Red Line

This chapter delves into the significant disparities in life expectancy and living conditions between affluent neighborhoods and disadvantaged areas in Chicago, specifically through a journey on the Red Line subway. Through conversations with residents and a public health expert, it highlights the socio-economic inequalities, rising crime rates, and the harsh realities faced by communities like Englewood. The narrative underscores the impact of racial segregation and urban policy on the lives of marginalized residents, revealing a profound disconnect despite geographical proximity.