The Harlem NOW Blog features commentary and opinions from Harlem residents and others who have great insight into issues that are relevant to our community.

 

The views expressed in individual postings are those of the writer

and are not neccessarily those of Harlem NOW. Contributors are encouraged to share differing viewpoints for the express purpose of fostering a healthy discussion

on issues that are relevant.

 

If you have an interest in becoming a regular contributor please send your bio and a sample submission to blog@harlemnow.org.

 

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The HN Weekly Poll

 

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What Happens After Charlie Rangel?

 

Congressman Charles B. Rangel has honorably served the 15th Congressional District of New York for 38 years and next year he celebrates his 80th birthday.  Is it the right time to begin a discussion of what comes after this political icon?  Read more

Generation ONE. The Obama Presidency and the future of politics for a new generation of leaders.

 

The Obama campaign has ignited a new sense of purpose for many Americans, in particular young African-Americans and Hispanics. This is a golden opportunity to connect with this generation that for many seemed lost. Will we squander this chance to engage Generation ONE?  Read more


Harlem Now also supports these other opinion editorials and blog posts that you may find interesting reading.

 

 

 

The Harlem NOW Reading List:

 

 

The New Urban Renewal

 

Harlem: Lost and Found

 

The Political Biography of an American Dilemma

 

 

More great titles selected by Harlem Now

 

Have you read a great book that we should add to the reading list? 

Let us know about it, email the title and author to info@harlemnow.org