Blog 2

In the last few years in the United States, I have witnessed the impact of neoliberalism, and many changes have taken place in people’s lives. Neoliberalism has reduced restrictions on citizens, especially the wealthy. In this case, the government has reduced the tax on the rich, and there is nothing to restrain the power of the rich. It’s not just a matter of morality and politics; economies with lower inequality do perform better in relative terms. As a result, the influence of money on politics became more and more powerful, and wealth inequality began.

New York’s MTA system’s tariffs are increasing, but the subway’s situation has improved very little. Every time there is a weather problem, all kinds of traffic problems will appear. Pauses and delays are the most common and even the most unacceptable ones, like skipping platforms in a row, which wastes everyone a lot of time. The proposals proposed by the neoliberals can only lead to more stagnation, inequality, environmental damage, and political vitriol, with consequences that we may not even imagine.

The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing economic crisis have plunged New York City and the world into recession, leaving millions unemployed and paralyzing public services, raising questions about the future. Vaccine companies have reaped untold benefits from research and development while rapid tests are charged in some places, and these private companies are separated from the government, giving them an uninterrupted presence in cities.

As for schools, each school is a component of the CUNY system, but it is not managed uniformly. Each school has its own unique management method and tuition fees. At the same time, the majors selected by students are also selected according to the school. It is also a way that neoliberalism exists. In the past few years, New York City has changed in my impression.