Vox Pop

The VOXPOP Café, located in historic Ditmas Park in Brooklyn, New York, is a beloved community center that combines a café, bookstore, and performance hall. Founded in 2004 by Sander Hicks, a part entrepreneur and part political activist, the café aims to promote critical thinking and exploration through its slogan "Books, Coffee and Democracy." With a focus on political science, alternative media, and government corruption, the café attracts a diverse crowd of writers, musicians, activists, and community members who gather for coffee, beer, music, poetry, and camaraderie.

Despite facing financial challenges and closure, the VOXPOP Café has been supported by the community and has hosted various events and fundraisers to stay afloat. However, the café has had run-ins with state officials, including closures by the New York State Health Department and the Department of Taxation, due to non-payment of fines and back taxes. Nevertheless, the café continues to be a cherished gathering place for individuals seeking intellectual stimulation and a sense of community.

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