Quote Originally Posted by old guy
I honestly think that's one of the largest parts of the crisis this country faces with children lacking a work ethic. Projects or not, we need working communities.

Actually, from what I've read, the number one thing those evicted from Cabrini-Green missed was the sense of community. Families and friends would watch out for each other, making sure the adolescents were behaving. Of course, the darker elements of the community could also draw you under, so it was double-edged sword nonetheless.

And yes, a major problem with the suburbs is that there really isn't anyone to watch the kids. People taking a genuine interest in their neighbor's lives has died as our country has become more and more suburban.