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One thing that happens in smaller communities is that elected leaders usually can't get away with disrespecting one another without incurring the wrath of the voters, because many voters may personally know one or both of the elected officials. They can get away with different opinions, different votes, opposing philosophies, BUT ... they usually can't get away with insulting and disrespecting one another. Big city politics is very different, with local politicians openly insulting one another. In both cases, what happens in city hall extends to the whole community. A toxic city hall for a toxic community; a love-fest at city hall and a lovefest community. Whether the dog wagging the tail or the tail wagging the dog it seems to hold true.
@swirlie That actually happens in smaller communities. Old stores, pool halls, bars, restaurants, etc. with living quarters for the owners on the 2nd floor. The old owners retired, moved to the suburbs, sold the businesses and turned those 2nd floor living spaces into rentals.
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In that case, I'll should probably buy the pool hall.
In that case, I'll should probably buy the pool hall.
@swirlie Smart ... and commuting to/from work time would be like 15 seconds.