What a concept: Tree-lined avenues with lampposts, wide sidewalks and bike lanes

"I think having an attractive street to be on as opposed to four lanes of pavement makes all the difference," Georgia Aquarium spokesperson Dave Santucci said, reeling off a list of restaurants and buildings that have set up near the redeveloped road.—The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

From White House on terrorism: Be very afraid. And don't question the president

The director of national intelligence released a report on July 17, with the politically helpful title of “The Terrorist Threat to the U.S. Homeland,” and Fran Townsend, the president’s homeland security adviser, held a news conference to trumpet its findings. The message, as always: Be very afraid. And don’t question the president.—The New York Times, Editorial