America's 10 Most Unequal Cities

[PGreen]

The reality is these grand cities symbolize the American Dream around the world, but the day-to-day reality leaves many behind.

America s 10 most unequal cities - Dec. 14 2014

 

[Stephanie]

from the article:
Miami, New York City, Los Angeles.
These are great American cities with rich cultural histories. Their iconic skylines are well known in movies and street signs, and they attract tourists and celebrities from around the world.
But they also have the unfortunate distinction of being three of the most unequal places in America. The gap between the rich and the poor is vast.
In the New York City metropolitan area, roughly four million people live on $12,300 or less, according to Census Bureau data. That's below the poverty line for a family. On the flip side, New York is also home to the most billionaires in the world.

America s 10 most unequal cities - Dec. 14 2014