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A Contrast in Journalistic Approaches

Here we go again. Another groups comes to Camden, makes a quick comparison to third-world problems (in this case it’s Vice contrasting Camden with Darfur), and leads with sensationalized videos of crime, blight, and Camden. I want to contrast that with a compelling, well-written, and, I think, compassionate view of the struggles of youth in … Continue reading A Contrast in Journalistic Approaches…

Posted by Stephen Danley in Camden, Local Knowledge.

Camden Chatter: Talking Groceries

“Camden Chatter” is a series of blog posts by Rutgers-Camden PhD Candidate Christopher Wheeler on the “chatter” on social media about Camden. Here are his thoughts on the past week’s top stories (Editor’s note: I know there’s some controversy over whether “food deserts” make definitional sense in cities because they undercount neighborhood groceries and that … Continue reading Camden Chatter: Talking Groceries…

Posted by Stephen Danley in Camden Chatter, Local Knowledge.

Community Voice: A Seat at the Grown-Up’s Table

This week has rightfully focused on teachers, as massive layoffs have taken center stage in Camden. Lost amid that struggle has been the voice of students. That’s why I’m particularly pleased to share this guest post, the first piece I’ve seen that highlights a student from a school slated to be closed. The post is co-authored … Continue reading Community Voice: A Seat at the Grown-Up’s Table…

Posted by Stephen Danley in Community Voice, education, Guest Post, Local Knowledge.