Every loss is tragic. But when it comes to whether the good guys (guy defending his property) survive or the bad guys (invaders attempting to take life/property,) it makes me happy the good guys prevailed vs. the alternative.

Neighborhoods don't improve because those with the drive to pull themselves out don't go back. For those stuck there, there's pressure to stay (and to stay hood - not improve yourself or the hood.) You can't help those who refuse to be helped. There is a lot of resentment in neighborhoods against those who refuse to follow the dead end path and dedicate themselves to bettering themselves and their lives. For those looking to make a change for themselves, Ed Latimore is a fantastic author and Twitter follow.

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