360. Fear City: New York in the 1970s
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The Darkness of 1977: New York's Blackout Chaos
This chapter explores the 1977 New York City blackout, triggered by a lightning strike that led to widespread chaos. It examines the resulting looting and crime that gripped various neighborhoods, particularly Bushwick, while contrasting community resilience and disorder. Through vivid accounts and historical context, it highlights the blackout's ramifications on society and politics in the turbulent 1970s.
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