We can talk about gentrification, middle class, etc.. but it doesn't have anything to do with the 5th ward debate or how Don Samuels answered the question regarding concentration of poverty or how the made-up person "Michelle Hill" is trying to spin Don's answer by saying he thinks low-income people should move-out so middle class people can move-in. He didn't say or imply that. Folks, watch the tape or listen to MPR your self - Im sure a tape can be obtained for anyone who wants it - I will get you a copy if you'd like. Don's answer was simply that middle class families are needed in the inner city neighborhoods that currently have high levels of poverty & rental properties so that the neighborhood can be vibrant & healthy. The neighborhood that was being discussed was Jordan. Jordan has a documented 30% vacancy rate! Empty houses, for rent houses, for sale houses, boarded properties. 30%!!! No one needs to move out!! People need to move in!!!! Don't let focus be diverted from the issues!! Spinsters are hard at work! -Megan Goodmundson Jordan
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