The neighborhood of East Harlem, or “El Barrio”, in New York City has evolved through an ever changing influx of inhabitants. Almost every decade has brought in a new wave of migrants and culture to add to the neighborhood’s anthropological melting pot. Today, it remains one of the most diverse sections of the city, however …
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