Have you ever noticed the change in setting when you cross from Georgia Avenue to Columbia Heights? Well I have. I decided to do my multimedia project on the striking difference between the two places that are literally five minutes from each other. Many have made the commute to Columbia Heights to visit the Target or the other shopping centers in the area and many have taken a walk down Georgia Avenue. The change in the setting is appalling and abrupt. I wonder why is it that I go to one of the most prestigious black colleges and right outside of the campus stands the degrading Georgia Avenue. It’s sad to see the many homeless people on Georgia and then to cross over to Columbia Heights and find that the streets are cleaner. One of the reasons for this is the result of gentrification. Many blacks have nearly been forced to the streets due to raised taxes and then to fine that their homes have been torn down to be replaced by newer homes for whites. Howard is the mecca of black culture and intellectual development in the black community. Its campus has seen some of the most influential people in the community. It is not acceptable for the campus to be in the condition that it is in. My question is what can be done to alleviate the issues right outside of our campus?
Georgia Ave. vs. Columbia Heights
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