Tuesday, July 25, 2006
(7:48 AM) | Rob Breymaier:
Tuesday Hatred: Searching for Home
I hate that we will probably have to leave the northeast corner of Chicago because of my new job. Although, I don’t hate my new job. And, I don’t hate the idea of possibly moving to Oak Park. I just wish Oak Park was closer to Edgewater.I hate that if we move I won’t be able to walk to my cousin’s place anymore.
I hate that there are some neighborhoods off limits to our housing search because I fear the neighbors will harass or, at least, isolate an inter-racial couple. I hate that part of my concern is that I know the City of Chicago’s Human Relations Commission takes at least 4 years to address a complaint of discrimination. I also hate that the Commission is not likely to consider stiff penalties even if they find the respondent guilty of discrimination or harassment.
I hate that many suburbs also make the “off-limits list” because of the same fears.
I hate that these same neighborhoods and suburbs are also many of the most affordable options in our case. I hate that there isn’t enough moderately-priced housing in Chicago and the region.
I hate that very few political and community leaders think that what I hate above is a pressing problem.
Don’t forget to show your love as well.
