Cityscape

Cityscape: Native New Yorkers vs. Transplants

by George Bodarky, Morlene Chin, Julie Clark
New York City skyline

New York City’s filled with people of all shapes, sizes, ethnicities and backgrounds. Many are born and bred here.  Others move to the big city to fulfill their dreams. 

Former Mayor Ed Koch once said you’re a true New Yorker after living in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. But, nevertheless, battles sometimes erupt over when you can say you’re from New York despite your place of origin.