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"We have a sense of history and culture that Phoenix doesn't have which I find enriches the living experience." |
"I like that Tucson has the characteristics of a larger city but with a locally-owned small town flair." |
"There is nowhere else like it on earth and we need to respect and protect it for future generations to come." |
"I am not Mexican, but I like that Tucson has the best Mexican food in Arizona and has such a significant Latin culture." |
"100,000 cities throughout the US and only a few of those are recognized by their names. People know Tucson; it has a uniqueness, an identity." |
"I believe that it is critical that we value our unique, rare and rich history. Our history and the diverse cultures that exist are priceless assets that will continue to make Tucson/community/region a place on the map and draw tourism. The arts are becoming a viable draw to Tucson as well." |
"Tucson is a little quirky. Weird but cool shops, restaurants, streets, neighborhoods. It has a cool vibe that is unique to the rest of Arizona." |
"I love Tucson's great local restaurants, arts and cultural events, and hidden treasures and 'oddities.' It makes Tucson unique." |
"The U of A is a great anchor for our city. It is a great example of solid public education." |
"Tucson is the epitomy of the southwest. No other city has the same feel of blending of the Mexican and American cultures." |
"The way of life here is simpler, quieter, gentler than other metropolitan areas." |
"UA puts us on the map, makes us something, gives us identity, attracts others" |
"Tucson has great cultural diversity, a long history of being a community - we once called ourselves The Old Pueblo, and knew who we were - the old timers still value that." |
"As a student-athlete, the program is one of the best athletic departments in the country. The support from the Tucson community and the ties between McKale and Tucsonans are incredible." |