Confronting Class Across The Fast Food Counter
It’s always awkward when kids I know come in as customers. The underlying context is clear: Instead of being out having a good time on a Saturday night, I’m at work, serving them.
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Headed Back To School, Teens Reflect On Summer Jobs
Four teens reflect on how race and class played a role in their summer employment. Read our latest for The New York Times’ Race/Related newsletter.
#5DollarChallenge: We Mapped Out The Best Meals You Can Buy For Five Bucks Or Less
Young people want meals that are quick — and also fresh and healthy and interesting. But can they get all…
From Taco Emojis to Pancakes On Fleek: Fast Food Brands Target Teens On Social Media
Here are two obvious statements: One, Teenagers love fast food. Two, they hate listening to adults. And that’s a real problem if you’re a modern fast food company these days.
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A lot of people like fast food, it taste so good that nobody really pays attention to what’s in it. Alot of teen’s eat fast food because it’s cheap and addictive. According to the Daily News the average american spends more than$1,200 on fast food every year
Oakland Kids Get A Raise From New Minimum Wage
The highest minimum wage in the nation just went into effect in Oakland, California. Youth Radio’s Savannah Robinson asks what that means for young people here and across the nation.
Long Beach School Lunch Unhealthy & Unappetizing? Not Anymore.
After the Californians for Justice campaign began, the school district has made numerous efforts to improve their food. David Zito said this year the school has removed all pork products from the meals and now uses more turkey meat, instead.
Keeping Friends While Changing Eating Habits
Recently my doctor scheduled a nutritionist appointment for me. At first, I was surprised at her suggestion. But after thinking…