I grew up there, and I comprehend the insanity all too well. That's why I left 15 years ago and never looked back.
I’ll see ya and raise ya. I left over 25 years ago and never had the slightest desire to return but I am currently stuck here taking care of my older parents. It is utterly unchanged from the 70’s except for being more congested and meaner. I’ve never lived in an area I disliked more.