What You See When You Actually Look

A real look at barriers, broken systems, and what job seekers are actually facing

Sometimes I think people don’t really see the city.

They drive through it. They pass by it. But they don’t actually look.

Because if you did, you’d start noticing things that don’t make sense.

You’d see streets where houses are packed so tightly together they barely have room to breathe. Sidewalks—if they exist—are filled with people, kids, families, and others waiting at bus stops. Cars line the streets so heavily that you can barely pass through without squeezing by one at a time.

And then you notice what does get prioritized.

Speed bumps. Big ones. Built like safety is the biggest concern.

Safety from who?

Because those same streets are filled with cracks, potholes, and damage that make it nearly impossible to maintain a working vehicle. And let’s be honest—having a car in these neighborhoods is already a privilege. Keeping one running? That’s another battle entirely.