#366: The Dark Side of an Empire

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New York City has a history unlike any other city in the world.

For some, it’s the jewel of the Empire State, representing freedom and opportunity.

Others view NYC as the quintessential cultural melting pot, where anyone in the world can make it if they just put in the work.

Today, you can see New York City through the lens of its complex and complicated history—you just have to know what you’re looking for.

The good news is, there’s a lot of substance in things that are easy to take for granted.