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May 27, 2010
This keeps getting better and better
Chicago Night 08, originally uploaded by Christopher James Botham.
A few days ago, I wrote about my interesting time along the Lake Monday night. As it turns out, a lot of people had interesting nights, because that area featured eight arrests, and a shooting. Apparently most of the arrests happened before I got there, but damn, that's chaotic.
Naturally, Mayor Daley said don't worry, but I am none too pleased. The God damn Guardian Angels are even on the case. What is this, 1980 New York City?
I think the problem is simple: years of wasting money, cuts to the police force, and warm nights are a recipe for chaos. Living in the third largest city in the country, I come to expect a certain amount of crime. But when street gangs are wreaking havoc on one of the city's greatest public assets, things have got to change. I think Mayor Daley knows this, because without the support of people who are actual voters, he is going to find himself where he deserves: out of office.
Considering the amount of rehabilitation this city has undergone since the 1980's, this is disturbing and discouraging. Get it fixed.
entry no. 1465
Posted at May 27, 2010 12:09 PM