Exploring the Community

Exploring the Community: Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
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Exploring the Community: Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
Bensonhurst is a city located in Brooklyn, New York. It derives its name from Brooklyn Gas’ former president, Arthur W. Benson. He founded the community after buying farmlands in the neighborhood for his company (“City Living: Bensonhurst” n.p). Italians and Jews were the first inhabitants of Bensonhurst in the early 20th century. The neighborhood’s roots are Italian based on the numerous Italian-based businesses, shops, and eateries in the city. The structure of the town itself is Italian; therefore, it is commonly known as Brooklyn’s Little Italy.
Currently, Bensonhurst is a racially diverse community. In the early 1990’s, there were immigrants from all over the world including China, Mexico, Russia, and the Middle East. This influx diversified the city giving it its current multicultural heritage. The population of Bensonhurst has continued to grow and expand over the years. The community comprises people from different races seamlessly bound into one living in harmony and peace. The Borough is Led by Eric Adams, the president and is under the 11th congressional district with Daniel Donovan Jr. as its elected congressman. It is also under the New York Police Department under the direct supervision by the 62nd precinct.
United States Post Office hails from Bensonhurst. It is one of the relevant government agencies in the district. Some of t…