This article is pretty depressing. Again we see the focus on partisanship as opposed to emphasizing ways to battle national issues. I definitely applaud the undercover reporting Giles and her partner did in exposing ACORN. But the stance she is proposing, "Above all, attack, attack, attack," is unsettling.

Interesting article. It addresses the practical potential of the newly opened Gold Line that extends into East L.A. Including quotes from locals adds to the excitement, as it is clear they see the line's extension as the ushering in of a better time--more tourists, more business, more exposure, and less misconceptions about the area. We see the locals are also excited about the chance to explore heretofore undiscovered areas of L.A County. Their anecdotes that the author has included gives the piece a warm feel. The article is a realistic portrayal of the situation as it also points out the difficulties in implementing a new rail line.