Sarah Cohen
The Differences and Similarities between DC and Boston
By Sarah Cohen
Summer 2014
Prior to arriving in DC, I imagined it to be the almost identical to Boston but just with aggressively political individuals. Sure enough, I was spot on about the characteristics of DC inhabitants but was completely off about the overall vibe of the city. Unlike Boston, DC has no high-rise buildings but what it lacks in skyscrapers it makes up for, tenfold, in efficient public transportation. That’s right, the most obvious difference is how easy it is to get around here! Despite the Space Mountain-esque decent underground to get to the Metro, my morning and afternoon commute are probably one of the easiest parts of my day. Additionally, I feel as though DC just has a little more liveliness within the city. Regardless of the slightly older average age of DC residents, there is electricity in the air; everyone is on the go and doesn’t have a second to waste!
An example of the great food options in DC
One of my favorite similarities between the two cities, though, has to be the plethora of food options available in every neighborhood. From the always-refreshing Pleasant Pops in Adams Morgan, to the always-fresh produce at Eastern Market, I am truly eating my way through this city. There are constantly new up and coming restaurants popping up on every corner leaving endless dining options in this city.
Pleasant Pops, another one of my favorites, makes great and refreshing pop-sickles and is close to the residence hall.
Sarah Cohen is a Political Science major interning with Congressman Ed Perlmutter (D-Colorado.
