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Originally Posted by Newfoundlander

As for gated communities. I hate them. I was going to type I disliked them, but it is actual hatred.

They offend me for two reasons:

1. They are suburban sprawl. I consider suburban sprawl to be selfish and based on unsustainable expectations. I believe we should be doing everything in our power to encourage density and discourage sprawl.

2. They a selfish, cowardly, inexcusable reaction to social tension. Gated communities represent the people most capable of supporting positive change in society as a whole instead choosing to circle the wagons. They may offer a temporary sense of security, but they are a giant leap toward the type of society that will offer no security at all.

Agree 100%, they are offensive to me as well.