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Originally Posted by jtown,man
I hope I am wrong. Way too many good people that deserve way better (from EVERYONE, from the police to neighbors, "leaders", etc.). But I won't be here to see it. I moved a block down the street last may because of the insanely low prices, but now I am out. Lease is up in 9 months and I am gone.
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There's a certain kind of psychology that scours the news for scary stories and then internalizes them. Usually they know it's an emotional trick. People who dread flying understand intellectually that it's safer than driving. But being behind the wheel, gives a comforting sense of control.
If someone just doesn't feel safe living close to a lot of other people without a moat, walls or yard for isolation, they probably shouldn't live in cities. Chicago's violent crime rate per capita is nearly identical to Houston, Atlanta or Wichita, Kansas. And lower than Nashville or Anchorage. If it feels higher, well, driving feels safer than flying to a lot of people. That's probably just how your brain is wired.
Good luck. No matter where you go, if personal safety is important to you. I'd recommend moving some place where you don't have to drive much. In 24-years of living in Chicago, no one I know has been significantly affected by urban violence. On the other hand, people I know well in Wisconsin and Florida have killed five people total in motor vehicle accidents. And I know six people who have died in car accidents in Michigan.
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