Communities require investment in order for to survive. Chinatowns across the world have become a shadow of its past history. The reasons are more complex than simply labeling it as racism, gentrification, or oppression. Learn about this so that we know what we're trying to preserve.

Coming together is crucial to getting any work done. This is not about one side having higher priority over the others. We need to listen to each other and realize that we're all well intentioned but have differing opinions on the solution. Common goals are worth more than individual glory.

The types of issues that New York City faces are not too complex to be solved with smart people in the room willing to work together. We cannot dismiss as "it won't work" until we have thoroughly evaluated what causes it not to work. We need to allow room to revisit abandoned plans and ask for help where we were stuck before. Breaking down problems into a smaller problem is key to finding solutions.

If the requirement for change is to get everything perfectly, we may not get anything done. Progress is important. We stand on the shoulders of all who have come before but we should also build the biggest platform for those that come after to stand.