It is not surprising. But it's a very bad idea. A city needs low- or medium-wage jobs. Teachers. Paramedics. Firemen. Policemen. Bus drivers. Public workers. I

It is not surprising. But it's a very bad idea. A city needs low- or medium-wage jobs. Teachers. Paramedics. Firemen. Policemen. Bus drivers. Public workers. If these people get pushed out of the city, a workforce shortage occurs, with obvious consequences : there are fewer such workers around, and they get paid more for less work. If you take into account all the bonuses, perks and short hours, it's not unheard of for a bus driver to earn as much, per hour of work, as an average lawyer.