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BY BUCK SAMUELS
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rguably the most vibrant region in the United States, the
Northeast is the epicenter of media, government, business, his-
tory and culture and has become the destination of choice for
the global travel and tourism public. When the international traveler
thinks of visiting America, the Northeast is usually first and foremost in
their mind.
From the great metropolitan centers of New York City, Boston,
Philadelphia and Washington DC, to the quaint villages and small towns of
Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Connecticut, this region belies
the words "America the Beautiful."
America is defined by the Northeast, with numerous elite institutions of
higher learning, nightlife, museums, magnificent waterways and a bevy of
outdoor activities that continues to attract visitors the world over.
African-American's have had a profound influence in the development
and growth of the Northeast with almost half of all Black Americans calling
this section of the country home.
Upper
Manhattan
view
looking
on
to
Central
Park
Credit:PoPMedia
Group