Milwaukee: Don't Even Think About It
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12/28/2010
Perhaps the happiest moment I had in Milwaukee was the day I left and realized I would never have to return. Yes, it's that bad, and since our new governor is the former County Executive of this hole, we can expect him to drag the rest of Wisconsin down to Milwaukee's level.
First of all, the taxes in Milwaukee are so high they're crippling, and you don't get anywhere near what you pay for: the streets are in awful condition, snow removal is so-so, police often don't respond to calls, and the schools aren't schools in any sense of the word;, they actually border on child abuse. As for things like sewers, during heavy rains Lake Michigan is used as a septic tank. In fact, about all your taxes get you in Milwaukee are an army of parking checkers that nickle and dime people handing out tickets for some of the most arcane parking regulations in the nation. I understand that taxes are the price we pay for civilization, but Milwaukee rips off its residents
As for jobs, you can forget that too, unless you consider working as a temp for $10.50 a great opportunity. Bettering and educating yourself is almost frowned upon and won't be appreciated by your employer.
In sum, this is what we have in Milwaukee: a miserable, overpriced, crime-ridden city surrounded by dull, bigoted suburbs. I wouldn't send my worst enemy or an unwanted dog to this city.
Bp | Madison, WI