[sbierwagen]

>But interviews with entrepreneurs and officials in Nashville point to a mix of factors behind its success, including some that were out of the city’s control, such as the state’s lack of an income tax, and others associated with its unique local assets.

NYC and SF, both big tech hubs, both have income taxes.

[jmastrangelo]

NYC and SF both have tremendous advantages that Nashville doesn't, Nashville needs to compete.

I don't know if NYC and SF are examples of good governance, or examples that show great cities can support lots of poor governance as long as they retain the things that make them great.