[Updated] The 76ers aren't causing gentrification. They're exploiting it.

This essay from April is more relevant than ever

The 76ers’ proposed arena in Center City Philadelphia is poised to win approval at the Philly City Council this week, despite vehement opposition from community activists. This prompted me to pull from the archives this essay, the second in a series about stadium development. I’ve lightly edited it from its original form. TL;DR we’re fighting the wrong …