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Also this issue: Lethal Logic The Big Stink Paper Rail Who's on Second? The Green Mile |
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July 18-24, 2002
the bell curve
City Paper's weekly gauge of Philly's Quality of Life
Witness says that after turning himself in, Allen Iverson cries, says, "All the things going on in Philadelphia, and you got me here." Funny, the rest of us had the impression over the last week that the only thing going on in Philly was Iverson not being there. Minus 6
Student activists ask President Bush to appoint federal overseer for Philly schools. Bush tells kids to get rich, politically connected fathers: "Look what it did for me!" Minus 1
Former empowerment zone official admits to stealing more than $300,000 from the federally funded program. What could be more empowering than a quick $300 grand? Minus 3
Nonunion electrician assaulted at waterfront by men who dumped large spools of wire into the river. When you engage in illegal dumping, you'll do it at union wages or you'll pay the price. Minus 1
West Philly man who was among first to receive implanted mechanical heart eight months ago now questions his decision. Poor bastard got the heart so he wouldn't miss the World Series. Minus 1
Greek Picnic and unofficial gathering on South Street draw far fewer people than in past. Thank goodness, South Street is now back in the hands of rowdy white kids. Plus 1
Ten Philly hospitals make U.S. News & World Report's list of the nation's best. Nine went bankrupt before the issue hit the streets. Plus 5
Arena Football League expected to announce formation of Philly team, Inquirer reports. Cool -- we could use some more pro athletes in this town. Plus 1
Total pluses: 7
Total minuses: 12
Score for the week: -5
Last week’s score: -5
