snuffy_tentpeg OP t1_izygz0g wrote
What will it take for Philadelphia's leaders to notice that something has fundamentally gone wrong in that city?
Mr_Fraunces t1_izzexk5 wrote
This type of thing has been going on for a long time. Back in the early 90's I was park ranger at Independence NHP and one morning I came into work to find all of the copper downspouts had been stolen. The Second National Bank had some beautiful rectangular downspouts that were taken right off the building.
Archpa84 t1_izyzjik wrote
If they haven't noticed anything yet.....I am not hopeful
ronreadingpa t1_izz9sz7 wrote
Long as it doesn't directly affect the rich and powerful, likely never. Luxury condos continue to be built and people with money still moving in. Those well off are often shielded from most crime. If that changes, then expect stronger enforcement.
Until then, those with lower income / less political connections are relegated to avoid being a victim best they can or moving out to suburbs. In particular, to locales with a decent reputation for safety. Not all suburbs are equal; some have pretty bad crime too.
For many city residents I've met, they dislike the crime, but accept the tradeoff for what the city has to offer. I personally don't understand the allure of Philly, but each to their own.
snuffy_tentpeg OP t1_izzgdkx wrote
I've lived within 40 miles of Philly for around 15 years. I can count on my fingers the number of times I've visited.
Radack1 t1_izyxn1w wrote
Apparently, any of it affecting them. And even then, it's a coin toss.
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