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I believe that a plurality of opinions and experiences makes the neighborhood strong. I don't have any interest in living on a block where every person is some version of me.

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 Jamie Moffett, a filmmaker and community activist in Kensington, says he is optimistic that the city can foster equitable neighborhood development for all Philadelphia neighborhoods. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY, file)
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At age 21, Jamie Moffett made a down payment with some friends on a house in Kensington and moved in the next day. He has been involved in rebuilding the community ever since.

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The Mantua community stands united in demanding a moratorium tax freeze on property tax increases for long-time owner-occupied residences.

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Equitable neighborhood development depends on overcoming racism, hate and fear

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