Among the many pithy turns of phrase my maternal grandfather used to roll out, one that comes to mind this morning is, “When you’re flat on your ass, the only way you can look is up.” This seems to be where business owners in the nation’s capital find themselves on this last day of 2023 .
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The nation’s capital is grappling with an escalating crime surge, having surpassed a 20-year record-high in homicides with 261 murders as of Dec. 14, according to Metropolitan Police Department data. Robberies are also skyrocketing, increasing 69% year-to-date, while theft is up 24%.
Additionally, motor vehicle theft is up 84% and violent crime increased 39% year-over-year. Remember, we’re talking about the nation’s capital here. The seat of government for the most prosperous, powerful nation on the planet – […]
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