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Updated: 9:10 PM Sep 4, 2008
Kwame's Effect On State
Detroit may be miles from Lansing, but some say the political, social and economic effects of the Kilpatrick scandal were felt throughout Michigan.
Posted: 5:59 PM Sep 4, 2008Reporter: Jamie Edmonds Email Address: jamie.edmonds@wilx.com |
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"I've been following the court proceedings with extraordinary interest," Former Lansing mayor David Hollister said. "It's like a Shakespearean tragedy, I mean this is a very talented capable bright young man."
Hollister worked with Kilpatrick's mother and father and knows the Mayor personally. He said this scandal's certainly rocked the city of Detroit, but once the national media and comedians took hold...
"When they take you on, generally its pretty negative," Hollister said. "It sends the message, don't go to Detroit, it's a joke."
Though miles from Lansing, Hollister said the political, social and economic effects from this scandal were felt throughout Michigan.
"Detroit defines Michigan," Hollister said, "and as long as there is political paralysis or a scandal of any kind, it creates uncertainty."
Uncertainty, Hollister said, which scares away economic development for a city and state that badly needs it.
"That sends a signal to the region and the state and puts us all back," he said.
According to Hollister, this scandal will also have numerous political effects.
"If it's a demoralized community and people say, 'well I'm tired of politics, I'm not going to vote,' it could have a significant impact especially in an election year," he said.
Regardless if you agree or disagree with the outcome, the best thing Hollister said, is that this saga is now over.
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