Koolau
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Several things led to where we are in Detroit. Listing them would eventually bring on Porky as many would like to deny the (root) causes. (Suffice to say "You can't fool Mother Nature.") But, honestly, the only surprise is that it didn't happen sooner. I spent some time in the city back in the mid 80's. Even though the FEDs were pouring billions into the down-town, it was clear that no one planned to stay (working out from the down town). I got pulled over by a cop who advised me that I shouldn't be driving in that area (heading out to Tiger Stadium from downtown!!)
I can only hope that Detroit's fate can be avoided by the USA. As the "resident pessimist" my (cheery) prediction is that America will go down the same road. Just hope I'm either wrong or else long gone by then. Unfortunately, I think my kids will see it. But, then again, YMMV.
I can only hope that Detroit's fate can be avoided by the USA. As the "resident pessimist" my (cheery) prediction is that America will go down the same road. Just hope I'm either wrong or else long gone by then. Unfortunately, I think my kids will see it. But, then again, YMMV.