>>>Pretty much describes any large city.<<<<
I doubt your daughter would have been so impressed with Atlanta, Philly or Indianapolis. Chicago’s no New York or London. But then again, it’s more prestigious and impressive than most. I’m a local who doesn’t really like Chicago. It’s a frustrating place in so many ways. I live in and prefer the suburbs. But I gotta say the downtown here is pretty cool. Especially compared to the Midwest alternatives.
I’m also very rural with no interest in living in the city but a Detroit booster for a few reasons.
One reason is to honor late FReeper, Westlander who loved his city. Another is a simple recognition that a sick city harms the health of the state and nation.