Do you think the quality of life of Bostonians is improving?

It depends on the economic level. It’s getting better for the rich, but the poor are getting poorer.

Almecer McMillion

Massage Therapist
Boston

No, I do not. The economy is not working. Jobs are a little better, but homelessness is ridiculous.

Heide

Administrative Assistant
Dorchester

No. I see a lot of gentrification going on. There’s a lot of new housing, but not a lot of it is affordable. Boston is improving financially, but there are a lot of poor people.

Batese Walker Woodberry

CNA/Student
Dorchester

No. They haven’t changed anything. We’re still struggling with housing. People are out here smoking weed and stealing.

Yolanda

Mother
Dorchester

Honestly, no. There’s not enough jobs for people of color. There’s still a lot of discrimination. It’s tough to find work.

Cheryl Crockett

Teacher
Dorchester

No, because people are still dying. People are homeless. You see people nodding everywhere. It’s sad that they’re going through that. I’m glad we’ve got people in office who can do something about it.

S.H.

Teacher
Roxbury