[west-town-brad]

Originally Posted by the urban politician

This is becoming a common response from the elitist crowd to business owners in Chicago who are legitimately being run to the ground by taxes, rent, decreased foot traffic, etc. The whole "don't let the door hit you on the way out!" snide attitude.

Is that the only response you guys have any more?

Lets not forget that the replacement for these furniture stores is probably going to be something far less authentic, if anything at all. Mostly what we are seeing is condos and chains, and another H&R Block or something.

Small business ownership has been a path for many to the middle class. There used to be a "support small business" spirit here on these forums earlier on when I joined, but increasingly that's given way to "Ha ha, you aren't cut for the times!" kind of attitude.

right - because reselling junk furniture from china is so authentic