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Philly Chinatown optimistic about new 76ers arena plans, but doubts linger


Activists in Philadelphia’s Chinatown are relieved that plans to build an NBA arena near their community have been reversed, as the project was seen as a threat to gentrify the area and displace residents and businesses. While residents are happy about the news, they also feel distrust and anxiety towards developers and officials after feeling excluded from the decision-making process. The arena project was a joint effort between the 76ers and Comcast Spectacor, with the teams now planning to invest in the revitalization of another area in the city. Local business owners, like Xu Lin, are relieved that their establishments will not be negatively impacted by the construction, but are hesitant about future development plans. Activists, community leaders, and academics have emphasized the importance of inclusivity in decision-making processes, highlighting the emotional distress caused by the lack of engagement with the local community. Despite this victory, there are ongoing concerns about the treatment of Philadelphia’s Chinatown in major development projects and the need to involve all stakeholders in discussions about the neighborhood’s future.

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