• entropicshart@sh.itjust.works
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    9 months ago

    Glad to see someone pointing this out.

    There are so many beautiful parks that are within walking distance or a short bike/bus ride.

    How about libraries or all of the game shops that host free events for everyone to join?

    Get your head out of your phone and see the life around you!

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      9 months ago

      I think it’s very regional. Libraries and parks are going to get the first cuts when local government tightens its belts, they’re often save havens for the unhoused or those otherwise let down by society, and together that means in many areas they’re seen as maybe not unsafe, but not places overprotective parents want their kids going.

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        8 months ago

        Absolutely. In fact, I have found that areas with the most disposable income also get the best city funding. So the people who can afford to pay for third spaces (restaurants, clubs, golfing) also have the nicest local parks and public spaces.

        In my city, the low-income area local parks are literally paved with concrete and next to train tracks, busy streets and/or factories. It’s utterly bullshit

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        8 months ago

        My man, you are completely Reddit brained. What are you even saying?