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Writer. Researcher. Storyteller. Resisting the erasure of Miami's Black past and present. Archives make me happy. Instagram: @blackmiamidade.

Sep 13, 2017, 6 tweets

Rufus was looking for work in Liberty City. He needs $ to buy food. Says grandkids are down to cornflakes. Power still out. #hurricaneirma

Mary says she feels forgotten after #HurricaneIrma. She's low on food and has no power. Her daughter suffers from epilepsy. #HurricaneIrma

Occeus is a housekeeper in Miami Beach. He has been out of work for three days because of #HurricaneIrma. Says bills will be late now.

Wilnesha stoood in line for 2 hours with her 5-month old for ice. She has been without power for 3 days in Liberty City. #HurricaneIrma

Tameka says structural change has to happen to address poverty in Miami. After #HurricaneIrma she struggles to buy food and is without power

Miami Commisioner @KeonHardemon says poor people eat their food. They don't have extra to store away for a hurricane. #HurricaneIrma

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