[asmithmd1]

I am criticizing as only a family member can (or should.) I grew-up outside Baltimore and lived in the city for 10 years in Federal Hill, Canton, and Homeland.

My wife and I decided we wanted to raise our family in Boston and when we were looking for a place in 2004 I was shocked to find out there were only 39 murders in Boston in 2003.

The status quo in Baltimore is not acceptable and is not what is tolerated in other cities.

However, I will be applying and I would love to spend 3 months back in Baltimore.