1. It’s no secret that Detroit has a certain reputation…
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2. … that leaves something to be desired.
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3. … but I’ve got news for you:
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4. Despite the dilapidated ruins…
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5. … and “salt-of-the-earth” citizens…
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6. These people still defend their city to the end.
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Comerica Park
7. They’re proud of their work…
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8. … and eager to make new friends…
Source: Flickr user Dave Hogg
Detroit Zoo
9. … and will never stop rooting for their teams…
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Joe Louis Arena
10. … no matter what sport.
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11. And while yes, it’s still Motor City…
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12. .. and make no mistake, the people are still proud of their history…
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Detroit Industry, South Wall at Detroit Institute of Art
13. … Detroit has fought to become much more.
Source: Flickr user Bob Jagendorf
Monument to Joe Louis
14. Thanks to the vibrant culture…
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Maker Faire Detroit
15. … the truly bangin’ music scene…
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Detroit Jazz Fest
16. … (and I’m not just talking about jazz)…
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Detroit Electronic Music Festival
17. … along with the ever-stunning architecture…
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Fisher Building
18. … this city is coming back in a big way.
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GM Renaissance Center
19. It’s getting even more modern.
Source: Flickr user Robert S. Donovan
DTW Airport
20. It’s getting fun.
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21. And the community is building toward a brighter future.
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Musical instrument petting zoo
22. They’re conscious of the environment too…
Source: Flickr user Russ
23. … and don’t take the natural beauty for granted.
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Anny Scrips Whitcomb Conservatory
24. After all, everyone deserves to see a peacock once in a while.
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Detroit Zoo
25. Of course, some classics won’t ever be compromised…
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Detroit Rock City Eatery and Pies
26. … ever.
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Detroit Eastern Market
27. Because Detroit has been around a long time…
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US Brig “Niagara” at Renaissance Pier
28. … and though some might say its heyday has passed…
Source: Flickr user Stefan Munder
29. … the people know how great their city still is today.
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