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No, just because it's accurate doesn't mean it's valid.
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yes it does.
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People do not come to visit just a pedestrian bridge, both sides of this argument are wrong. Using it as the crux of an argument for or against is not valid though. It's just way too small a part of the issue and it acts as a soapbox smokescreen.
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Agreed...but part of the argument is that a new museum will attract tourists. I dont believe that is true at all, at least to the extent where it would validate the cost associated.
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And how does one get a return on investment on beautifying infrastructure spending exactly?
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Not sure if you are referring to the bridge or the museum here. They are seperate issues but both require taxpayer money. However, there is no law that states you cant build something both aesthetically pleasing and functional that doesnt allow for some return on investements either. Perhaps the new museum will allow for that, but I highly doubt it.