Sunday, April 29, 2007

The Chicago Effect - Would Chicagoans reject MKE if Natl Guard is put in?

As everyone in this Chicago section of SSC is well aware, many of you take day trips, spend weekends, and even buy homes and condos in Wisconsin and the Milwaukee area. Yesterday one of Milwaukee's aldermen brought up crime enforcement in the city, and called Mayor Barrett to allow Wisconsin National Guard forces to patrol and enforce the law. While only 50-75 National Guard MPs would be used - it's still a very scary thought - Milwaukee's police force can't control the violence?? And it could open the door for many more troops to be placed.

Which brings up my question to you for this thread. IF Mayor Barrett fails and Milwaukee lands National Guard forces to protect the peace - does that make you weary to travel to Milwaukee? Would this have an effect on Chicagoan spending in the Milwaukee area? Would you ever feel safe if you did?>

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