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Empowering Out-State Communities: Economic Development Strategies to Compete with Urban Areas
23 Sep 2024
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Ah... the glitz and glamor of city life. The Hollywood-glamorized hustle and bustle, big dreams in a big city, fabulous encounters, one-of-a-kind experiences, amenities to die for... It's the stuff of movies and dreamers. But peek behind the curtain, and you'll find that urban life isn't all it's cracked up to be.
The Urban Illusion
Urban areas often come with significant drawbacks that can turn that glittering dream into a gritty reality. Think: bumper-to-bumper traffic, relentless hustle, overwhelming stimuli, questionable safety, a cost of living that devours one’s paycheck, hordes of people, and living spaces so tiny you could extend your arms and touch the parallel walls of your kitchen.
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