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2/21/2007
I am also a black female in my late 30s with a PhD and recently relocated to Charlotte. It has been my experience in the various metro areas that I have lived in that there are sections of the city that are going to more or less desirable depending on your preferences. I researched Charlotte prior to relocating and found that the university area was more conducive to my lifestyle and professional peering. On the other hand, my sister moved here approximately 5 years ago and decided to move to east Charlotte, which is closer to the lifestyle that she leads. It is all about choices and it is ridiculous and small-minded to condemn an entire city or the black community for your shortcomings and low self-expectations. Additionally, it would be wise to research the actual demographic before ascertaining that crime and poverty are limited to black neighborhoods. Crime and poverty are not prejudice and span both the white and black races in not only Charlotte, but the entire country. It would be a nice change to see an intelligent, well-thought, fact based comment every now and then; especially one that is so pointed and assuming. Charlotte is definitely what you make it. I intend to make it my home for some time to come.
Michele | Charlotte, NC