The debate over immigration continues to shape the national conversation in 2025, with passionate voices on all sides. As the United States faces economic shifts, […]
Category: Street Beat
Should Black Angelenos join immigration protests?: Street Beat
As immigration enforcement actions intensify across Los Angeles and the nation, the question of solidarity between Black communities and immigrant groups has become a topic […]
Los Angeles residents reflect on the decline of civility in daily life: Street Beat
Civility—the basic courtesy and respect we show one another—feels like it’s slipping away in everyday life, according to many Los Angeles residents. From casual encounters […]
Will America ever be a post-racial society? Angelenos share their views on racism and the nation’s future
The question of whether America will ever become a post-racial society continues to spark debate across the nation. Despite decades of progress in civil rights […]
STREET BEAT: ‘Can one individual really make a difference?’
Can one person make a difference? Here’s what four locals in Los Angeles had to say. Kofi Brown Los Angeles Things start with one person, […]
STREET BEAT: ‘What does this country need more of today?’
Koreatown “Compassion and community helps us to advocate for each other and ourselves. It helps us feel like we belong to something.” Gardena […]
STREET BEAT: ‘How do you feel about the state of the country?’
San Pedro We should be more involved in world affairs. We’ve always been seen as a world leader and other countries still depend on us.” […]
STREET BEAT: ‘Will the president’s tariffs affect you?’
Los Angeles “No. I’m not going to spend more than I believe the value of a product is worth. If it’s much higher, then I’m […]
STREET BEAT: ‘What superhero do we need today?’
Los Angeles “Jesus Christ. But a lot of people don’t acknowledge him. We’re looking at superheroes that fly or have mighty strength or are all […]
STREET BEAT: ‘Will a smaller government be more effective?’
Los Angeles “No. Whenever you go to any government office or call, it takes months, or you’re on hold forever. And now there’s going to […]