13 Sure-Fire Ways To Make A Chicagoan Mad
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Elizabeth Crozier
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While Chicagoans don’t tend to get mad, we have a breaking point like everyone else. There are some wonderful things about our city that many take for granted or just don’t know about. Keep this guide handy so you don’t anger someone from Chicago! Keep scrolling for more details.
Though many do this to avoid the inevitable question about it being near the city, there is a huge difference between the way people live in the neighborhoods versus the 'burbs.
The true origin is related to Chicago's past politicians and their tendency to build up the city's reputation on what some believed was weak ground or "hot air." The term was coined by a reporter who was just jealous that we won the World's Fair.
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Most days here are actually quite nice. Winter can be rough but it certainly isn't worse than the New York and Baltimore areas.
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Just because we aren't bordered by an ocean doesn't mean our beaches aren't just as great those in Los Angeles and Miami. Lake Michigan is a wonderful replacement for that salty, shark-infested mess.
Airplane rules apply. No tuna sandwiches or onion-y meals. Technically, you shouldn't be eating on the CTA at all, but if you must, make it sure it's something that doesn't smell strong.
It's rush hour and everyone is avoiding eye contact as the old woman or man gets on board. A true Chicagoan knows the right thing to do.
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No one wants to hear your gossip about what "Tasha" did yesterday. Please don't make us crank up our headphones. Chicagoans easily get mad on the train.
It's great that you want to get that #beanselfie, but put down the selfie stick before you hurt someone. Also, remember that many people are just trying to go about their lives and don't care about your perfect shot.
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Harrison Ford, Robin Williams, Chance the Rapper, Walt Disney, John and Jim Belushi, Chaka Khan, John C. Reilly, Hillary Clinton, Craig Robinson... do we need to keep going?
The Big Apple is a world of concrete while in Chicago, you can see the sky without straining your neck. Also, our skyline is prettier, and our streets are greener.
While it seems like these brands are everywhere, not everyone in the city has the kind of money to afford name brand. Take a closer look next time, and you may discover that our true love is knock-offs.
As fun as they are for visitors, those who live or work on streets hosting festivals have a rough time when whole spans of road get blocked off.
Save the skyscrapers for the Loop. These types of buildings tend to raise property value, therefore raising rent for those already scraping to make it by. It ruins the view too.
You want to know what else makes us mad? People don’t know these 11 things came from Chicago.
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