58. "this is tricky, and something that I wish could be explored in depth..." In response to In response to 41
but in my opinion/experience, I think most black folks who are moving into gentrified hotspots get a pass. from the old residents and general critics of gentrification. even more points if said black folks are from the city (not necessarily the community) that they're buying/renting/moving into. you almost have folks giving you that jackie robinson/joe louis/jesse owens, "do if for us" treatment. cheering you own against the machine and whatnot.