I used to commute to Detroit to work at the DMC complex. I loved going to Eastern Market. Although I worked in the 'mecca in the middle of the slums' (not my term), I never really felt scared, or threatened. (although I was not given service because I was white at a Subway at the hospital once). Which brings me to Eastern Market. I loved it. I'm glad that I mentioned it on the internet not that long ago, because my mentioning it planted a seed about the good things in Detroit. I remember going to Eastern Market as a kid with my brother-in-law. Being Greek, he loved the place. I happened to hear someone talking about it at the hospital and I asked where it was. Finding it was so close, I used to go over there for lunch. I felt no more threatened going to Eastern Market than I would going to market at Shipshiwanna, Frankenmuth, Ann Arbor or Adrian. In other words, people are people. If you don't feel threatened going to the casinos, to see the Lions, the Tigers, a rock concert, or just going to see the doctor, then chance going to Eastern Market. The potential to be harmed is anywhere, just be aware of your surroundings, and expect that you won't be harmed.

I am a white woman who recently moved to the Detroit area and I think your views are ugly and racist!
I chose an upscale neighborhood with an equal number of blacks and whites. The blacks are no different than the whites, in fact they bring a lot of charm and culture that only Detroit has.
I think the new Mayor of Detroit is doing a good job, so let's give him a chance! I think if we can get the people of Detroit to think better of their city, it has a surprisingly good future ahead of it.

PS Step out and go to Eastern Market!

B-I challenge you to show me where MY comments were racist. I was merely stating facts and reiterating what the all black city council said. Sorry but your race card doesn't work here. As a matter of fact, if Detroit has such a bright future, why didn't you move there? At least I can tell you why I moved elsewhere. All you did was state was that you live in 1/2 black, 1/2 white suburbia. I've lived here my whole life and I have no idea what suburb is 1/2 and 1/2. In fact I challenge you to move to the area of Lyndon and Wyoming, or Tuxedo and Davison. If you are still alive in a year, I'll give you a dollar.