Interview with Mr. Watson

On the 1^st of October 2007, I Madonna Henry interviewed Mr. Watson. Mr. Watson is a sixty year old man who has lived in the Brownsville community for the last fifteen years of his life. Upon moving to the United States from the Caribbean, Mr. Watson moved into the community where he still resides. He loves the easy access of the readily available transportation (subway and various bus routes) that are nearby. Mr. Watson has a big problem with the crime (shooting) in his community; although crime has decreased, it is still a big problem that the community faces today. The police are now constantly patrolling the area which helps to keep and reduce the crime rate. Unfortunately for Mr. Watson, he had the opportunity to witness a crime; he once saw a man got shot. When asked why he still lived in the community he stated that he loves living there. The only thing that Mr. Watson said that he would change about his community is the living conditions. He wished the rent was cheaper and more affordable. He also feels safe about walking home in the night after a long days work. He takes a route with lots of street lights that is constantly occupied with people. Mr. Watson says that he lives comfortably in Brownsville and would never dream of moving to anywhere else.