>there exists an entire class of mayors and council members who believe they can control thieves, muggers, rapists, and murderers by surrendering to them. They don't think that way. They only do what they're told. These politicians have no morals or compassion for people. I actually don't believe they are human. Sure, they look human on the outside but their behavior and actions suggest they are either not human or mind controlled. >The hardworking citizens remaining will soon realize that it is better to flee our legacy cities than fight losing battles against corrupt city governments. Correct. I'm among them. The city I left was in decay well before I left. Today, the decline is accelerating. The city tax base is eroding quickly.