The Bangladeshi community, the fastest growing Asian population according to the Census 2010, which is already entrenched in terms of population and employment, is just beginning to flex its political muscle. more>
Bodegas, urban convenience stores that sell items such as candy and cold medicine, are East Harlem's economic heartbeat. Despite recent news that the recession is over, bodega owners and costumers say its pulse has slowed to a murmur. more>