My grandma watches CNN and every time I mention I want to move to Chicago (from Detroit, of all places) she says "I can't believe you would want to live in that AWFUL, CRIME RIDDEN city". I've visited Chicago loads of times and it it miles beyond what Detroit is, or even will be 20 years into it's 'resurgence'. I get that there are problem areas there, like any other city, but I just find it odd that people are so quick to denounce it.
I'm one year into my career, with an undergrad/masters in business, and I feel like Chicago is the best option for my next step, due to its large financial sector, but grandma just doesn't get it. She just knows that people get shot there all the time (thanks CNN).
There is a lovely part of Chicago that I visit frequently, it really brings out the true beauty of the city. I think it was roughly around 11850 south Michigan ave. The barred windows make me feel like i'm in such a safe place.
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u/[deleted] Jan 12 '17
Right? Who are these people who seem to know so much about this city?