@sheajordansmith: Midtown Houston isn’t “dead”—it’s been failed by poor leadership, unsafe streets & misplaced priorities. In my new @ForwardTimes op-ed, I break down what went wrong & how we fix it: housing, safety & real investment in people. Too often, we let viral TikToks or lazy headlines decide the narrative about our neighborhoods. In my latest, I break down why Midtown hasn’t “fallen off”—it’s been failed by poor leadership, misplaced priorities, and lack of community centered investment. I also outline what it would take to fix it: more housing, safer sidewalks, smarter redevelopment, and intentional support for residents and small businesses. This is exactly why local, community-based outlets like The Forward Times matter—because they give space to voices who know the stakes and want to see real change. #houston #hou #hounews #htx #midtown

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Wednesday 24 September 2025 00:47:06 GMT