360. Fear City: New York in the 1970s
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Economic Turmoil in 1970s New York City
This chapter examines the economic decline and demographic shifts in New York City during the 1970s, focusing on the loss of its manufacturing base and the suburb migration of affluent families. It sheds light on the resulting socioeconomic challenges, including rising unemployment among marginalized communities and the city's desperate plea for federal aid amid a financial crisis.
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