John, a high level corporate executive, had just been offered a big promotion. The only downside was that he had to accept a transfer from California to Detroit. He has never been to Detroit, and was very concerned about the move. He decided to visit the Motor City, and check out the place for himself. On the flight out, he began talking to Carl, who was seated next to him on the plane, and had lived in Detroit for many years.
John: Man, I heard Detroit is a rough place. The murder capital of the world. My wife is really worried. I hope I can find a safe place to live. My kids are in good schools in California, are they going to be safe in Detroit? All I hear about is violence, and gangs, and drugs.
Carl: Oh, don't worry. I've lived in Detroit my whole life. My parents grew up in Detroit. It really not a bad place. All that bad reputation is really a lot of overblown media hype. The people in Detroit are great. Once you get oriented, you'll be fine.
John: That's great to hear. I've been really worried. So, you've lived in Detroit all your life, what do you do for a living?
Carl: I'm a tail gunner on a beer truck.
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