> I think that considering it as being 'nannied' is the wrong perspective. I just want to point out that this is not necessarily *my* perspective, but I know a

> I think that considering it as being 'nannied' is the wrong perspective. I just want to point out that this is not necessarily *my* perspective, but I know a lot of people who have already become used to classify all kinds of regulations that way. You may try telling them that it's the wrong perspective, but it won't change anything, I'm afraid. I agree with the historical perspective you sketch (more appropriate for European cities than American ones, though), but disagree with most of your conclusions.