A few weeks ago, we posted an interview with community leaders Chris Gadsden and Pamela Johnson where we talk about the long history in Jersey City, the affordable housing issues and the big G word – Gentrification. I’ll be honest, even though I’ve been here for around 10 years and writing this blog for 5 […]
A Conversation with Chris Gadsden and Pam Johnson
A few weeks ago while on a family trip to Israel, I was sitting at our Passover dinner and my phone started blowing up with Instagram notifications. DMs, tags, comments from people about a post that was taken down by Chris Gadsden. Chris had posted on his Instagram and Facebook about a rumor that Holland […]
Recent News about Affordable Housing in Jersey City
It comes as no surprise to anyone who’s lived in Jersey City for over 10 years that the city is changing. It’s becoming more expensive, high-rises are popping up almost overnight, and the cost of living is pushing people out. Gentrification has become a larger discussion recently because we’re seeing more and more people unable […]