Voices Stories by Marcin Zurawicz
What do Poles ship to Poland?
Since the U.S. dollar has weakened, Poles are now sending over practically everything: from clothing to cars, motorcycles, quads, and even motorboats. Surfing boats and skies are not a rarity either. more>
Tax refunds, only on paper for some
In an effort to reach taxpayers who did not apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Department of Consumer Affairs sent a letter to potential beneficiaries, neglecting to mention that benefits did not apply to Individual Tax Identity Number users. The letter has caused a lot of resentment and confusion in immigrant communities. more>
Making ends meet for Polish immigrants
For most, spending cash impulsively or whimsically is not an option; their shopping lists are considered carefully. Even those who put away enough money over a period of time never stop saving. more>
Naked breasts cause a stir in Greenpoint
Cultures collide on the sidewalk as a racy magazine cover starts a sensation of the wrong sort with two Muslim newsstand workers. more>
Poles don’t believe in unemployment
In Greenpoint, if you don’t count the bums in the park, you could say there is no unemployment – only people temporarily out of work. Almost all Poles interviewed believed that there is no unemployment in New York City. more>