There are numerous "neutral locations" in America to accommodate large crowds, protection, emergency services, airports, hotels, etc.
What seperated this city from most, was its venue, immediate fan base, media and marketing.
Did you know Cropp wasn't telling the truth, that "D.C." residents were to finance the stadium.
If you read in great detail, the money rotates from revenue, but business spinoffs were to generate more money than she's ever seen, with building dominating Anacostia, bringing back a VERY STRONG, African American presence in business, social, economics, political representation. No need to pussy-foot around with all the "around the bush" jargon.
This is about more than baseball, we all knew that Cropp - DUH!.
We know about geography, cultural differences, needs and wants. You're not the only educated, inner-city, Washingtonian growing up from the 60's!
Just remember HOW you looked at the world in 2004, with the glass you held in your hand. Was it half full or half empty to you?
First clean the cup from the inside, then the outside.
If you don't have a cup, what's the philosophy?
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