> Just because the situation in Asmara was caused by unfortunate circumstances doesn't mean the outcome isn't good, or that it can't serve as a model for other

> Just because the situation in Asmara was caused by unfortunate circumstances doesn't mean the outcome isn't good, or that it can't serve as a model for other cities That is true. The reason this outcome isn't good and can't serve as a model for other cities is that it is a direct result of suffering and oppression. There's really nothing admirable in creating a desperate population, even if this leads to a different set of vehicles on the road. What would be the takeaway here for a modern city?