I haven't and I am sorry to hear this. There are lots of law-abiding folks in North O who DO respect authority and want to save their kids from the gangs. Unfortunately some of our sheltered suburban neighbors do not realize this, but hopefully they are the minority.
How do YOU think Omaha has been able to avoid significant racial tension and the complete deterioration of urban neighborhoods, Snick?? (I remember you from the MSHS shooting thread, which proved that we suburban-dwellers are not immune from gun violence and the heartbreaking tragedies that result. :seeya
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. Omaha is not perfect, but we do have something special here. Perhaps other communities could learn something from us? I give a lot of credit to community leaders like Ben Gray and Ernie Chambers who have been able instill community pride even in impoverished areas. I don't share their political views 100% (especially Ernie, lol) but they certainly do represent their communities well. They are so articulate that I think the residents feel someone is truly speaking for them, and on a regular basis, not just when something goes wrong.
ETA: And then of course there are a few exceptionally gifted LEO's like Kerrie Orozco, who are able to build trust with the community. :tears: