I didn't write the news articles. You'll have to query the media outlets why they're writing about local stories.
I'm surprised to see righties go after LA. Usually they prefer their trifecta of San Fran, Chicago, and Portland. But LA is not far down their hate list.
I'm asking you, what is your point?
If you're making a claim that crime has gone up in L.A. so much that the wealthy are paying to have safe/panic. rooms installed, what is your point?
Indicative of crime going up in large cities?
Only the rich can afford protection?
It's your post and your words.
Please clarify.
Yup. L.A. is right up there on their list. Portland only came on because of the demonstrations, which is temporary.
Rep/cons make a big deal out of violent crime in large cities. However, the increase in 2021 compared to the avg of 2010 - 2020 is lower in large cities than all cities combined.
Two years is hardly "temporary".
The left love to dilute and spread out the sludge.
This local Portland article describes the exodus of businesses from downtown - Old Town resident raises safety concerns over crime, homelessness - you should listen to the residents and business owners.
This article focuses on the wider problem - As crimes rise, battles rage on about police funding
C'mon, I've already got Portland crossed off on my Bingo card. Can't you give us another city?
Two years is hardly "temporary".
The left love to dilute and spread out the sludge.
This local Portland article describes the exodus of businesses from downtown - Old Town resident raises safety concerns over crime, homelessness - you should listen to the residents and business owners.
This article focuses on the wider problem - As crimes rise, battles rage on about police funding
My point is to post interesting news articles and discuss them.
My claim? The article claims that demand for pricey panic rooms is booming amid an increase in crime.
Didn't you read the article? I also linked recent, local news articles describing the increase in crime and residents responses.
Is there something in the 3 article from the OP you don't understand?
Looks like it.
Isn't that normally the case?
here are my words from the OP: "Stay safe L.A.! You get what you vote for!"
Okay, here goes....
"Stay safe L.A.! You get what you vote for!"
Wealthy homeowners, you say?
Compared to the many yrs that make an established trend, yes, 2 yrs is temporary.
What you call "sludge" are facts that support what I say
but you can't refute because you avoid genuine debate.
Name one Democrat run city that is tough on crime and can demonstrate their rank among the lowest crime rates when compared nationally.One city does not a nation make.
That there is a wider problem among Democrat run cities? See post #32What is your point on your wider problem link?
Isn't that what this is? Maybe you just don't like the discussion.Is it just for discussion, as you said in your other post?
I agree with prosecuting crime and holding criminals accountable. The fact that a revolving door exists for criminals to essentially walk free hours after committing robberies, thefts, shoplifting, assaults, etc has emboldened them to not care about the consequences of their actions and to continue committing personal and property crimes.Do you agree with any and all recommendation in the article?
Weird, considering my opinions appear throughout this thread. I just think you're upset that your opinion doesn't really matter to others.Or do you just want to know other people's opinions, but won't give your own?
This is you making an assertion.
You haven't stated any facts; just assertions, POV, your opinion, in an attempt to water down what's happening in major cities and pretending it's normal or not a concern. Obviously, to the people building safe rooms, it's a major concern; one that's worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Refute your assertions? Rich people are buying and installing safe rooms. Do you believe these folks feel unsafe for some reason? Do you believe that reason could be because personal, property, and violent crimes are on the rise?
Name one Democrat run city that is tough on crime and can demonstrate their rank among the lowest crime rates when compared nationally.
That there is a wider problem among Democrat run cities? See post #32
Isn't that what this is? Maybe you just don't like the discussion.
I agree with prosecuting crime and holding criminals accountable. The fact that a revolving door exists for criminals to essentially walk free hours after committing robberies, thefts, shoplifting, assaults, etc has emboldened them to not care about the consequences of their actions and to continue committing personal and property crimes.
Weird, considering my opinions appear throughout this thread. I just think you're upset that your opinion doesn't really matter to others.
Lol. The second largest city in America with global cultural influece and massive media coverage does not get “cherry picked”Why cherry pick just L.A.? One single city is not significant. What about all cities that get what they vote for? Are you talking violent crime or all crime? What about all large cities compared to all cities?
Why cherry pick just L.A.?
One single city is not significant. What about all cities that get what they vote for?
Are you talking violent crime or all crime?
What about all large cities compared to all cities?
,Lol. The second largest city in America with global cultural influece and massive media coverage does not get “cherry picked”
In the context of knowing you have an indefensible position, it is amazing that this is the best argument you can come up with.In the context of statistical significance, being 1.2% of the US pop, choosing as if it's significant just L.A., is cherry-picking.
Because it’s the thread topic works for me.
All cities don’t vote for the same (foolish?) representatives.
Which would you rather not be safe from?
What about all the starving pygmies in New Guinea?
In the context of knowing you have an indefensible position, it is amazing that this is the best argument you can come up with.
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