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2008-07-18 11:12:48 Re:Bad Reputation
While I agree that the 19th Ward's reputation is sometimes overstated, I think that the current section glosses over some of the real problems that exist (especially for students). Even though student muggings on or near the footbridge have decreased, they have not altogether evaporated. Additionally, it is legitimately true that the area can be unsafe (although I suppose this is true of any area of a city). Let me describe this via a story. I have a friend that lived in the 19th Ward for 3 months, and moved out due to safety concerns. During these three months, he was robbed twice. While a police officer was there responding to the call, the officer told him that he should, "buy a gun if he's going to live here, and not just a pistol, but something with some real stopping power." So perhaps the wording of the section could be changed to reflect the improved situation, but still illustrate potential dangers. — TimBaran
2008-07-18 14:13:32 When did this happen to your friend? And can you identify the streets on which your friend had problems? —DaveMahon
2008-11-17 02:39:30 User AvisReese has written a brief opinion piece on the subjective qualities of city housing, particularly in the 19th Ward. —DaveMahon
