I am one of the people who was certainly a bit annoyed by the opposition to the proposed World of Beers.
I do think the expansion of Flatbreads would be a good thing though and I do think we should support existing businesses in the Square as much as possible, but not to the extent of actively trying to block or discourage competitors and chains from coming to Somerville also. The square is big enough to accommodate many stores, bars, restaurants and other businesses. Some of them may not be to your tastes or places you personally would frequent, but other residents of the city, visitors, or workers in the area may actually appreciate them and be happy to see their arrival.
I am very passionate about craft beer, what can I say. If I came across as hostile or blaming you, Ron Newman, in my previous posts I apologize. That was not my intention, my anger was more direct at Alderman Gewirtz and the perceived hypocrisy of many of the posters here. I felt and still do that many people were against a "beer bar" and instead of stating that they were utilizing more PC arguments instead to make a case against this particular tenant. Davis Square and Somerville in general is a great place to live, I just wish some people could be more open minded about bringing new businesses and life into the area.
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I do think the expansion of Flatbreads would be a good thing though and I do think we should support existing businesses in the Square as much as possible, but not to the extent of actively trying to block or discourage competitors and chains from coming to Somerville also. The square is big enough to accommodate many stores, bars, restaurants and other businesses. Some of them may not be to your tastes or places you personally would frequent, but other residents of the city, visitors, or workers in the area may actually appreciate them and be happy to see their arrival.
I am very passionate about craft beer, what can I say. If I came across as hostile or blaming you, Ron Newman, in my previous posts I apologize. That was not my intention, my anger was more direct at Alderman Gewirtz and the perceived hypocrisy of many of the posters here. I felt and still do that many people were against a "beer bar" and instead of stating that they were utilizing more PC arguments instead to make a case against this particular tenant. Davis Square and Somerville in general is a great place to live, I just wish some people could be more open minded about bringing new businesses and life into the area.