Peter Moskowitz
Peter Moskowitz is a freelance writer and the author of How to Kill a City: Gentrification, Inequality and the FIght for the Neighborhood.
The Struggle to Finally Desegregate American Cities
The government had a plan to provide low-income housing in Baltimore by giving incentives to developers. But two years later, not a single housing unit has been built.
How Badly Will US Exports of Crude Oil Hurt the Environment?
The reversal of the crude oil export ban is great news for oil and gas producers who've been hit hard by lower and lower prices for their goods in recent years. Unfortunately, it's terrible news for the rest of us.
Art in the Time of Gentrification: Can NYC's Culture Be Saved from Its Economy?
Last week, MoMA PS1 held a a panel discussion about art and gentrification. To figure out exactly how gentrification is affecting culture in New York City, we spoke with three experts about the issue.
Yup, America Still Has a Ton of Racist Monuments
Despite activists' protests, you can still find symbols of hate and white supremacy in New Orleans, Texas, Memphis, and pretty much all over the country.
Can New York Save Itself from Out-of-Control Rents?
We talked to a deputy mayor, a professor, and a community activist about the housing crisis eating America's largest city.
Why the Urban Legend of the Jersey Devil Won't Die
How a rivalry between Benjamin Franklin and another publisher sparked a rumor that's endured for more than 200 years.
Restaurant Tipping Is Stupid, But It's Probably Here to Stay for Now
Many economists say tipping doesn't make any sense, and lots of servers would rather have a steady income, but few restaurant owners want to ditch the practice.
Ten Years After Katrina, Here's What's Happening to Louisiana's Coastline
Climate change, coastal development, and the oil and gas industry are contributing to the deterioration of wetlands along the Gulf of Mexico.
A Decade After Horror of Katrina, New Orleans Police Brutality Still Remains
The deaths of several black men in New Orleans at the hands of police and the subsequent lack of accountability have left many Big Easy residents wondering if the troubled city's police department is beyond reform.
How New Orleans Is In Danger of Losing Its Identity
Several ongoing contentious issues are reaching a head as the New Orleans City Council considers two ordinances that residents say could drastically change the culture of the city.
Soda Is Following in Tobacco's Shady Footsteps
Soda and tobacco are more alike than you might realize. Not only are they both partially responsible for national health epidemics, they also share an intricately connected history. Sugar and tobacco workers are even represented by the same union.
Coal and Wood Heating Is Making Thousands of Americans Sick
For years, the effects of burning solid fuels indoors have been associated with poor and developing countries like China and India. But a study suggests that in many parts of the United States, the rural poor are experiencing many of the same health...