OPINION: Come to Braddock, Pa. and see why I am not for Fetterman
It is in our blood to root for the comeback. Pittsburgh was America’s engine when Braddock’s Edgar Tomson Steelworks was running. Then steel factories closed. Pittsburgh suffered. However, today, Pittsburgh is back with high-tech jobs, world-class health care, and a robust restaurant scene.
Before we opened, I was living in a nearby community and heard about a renaissance that was happening in I called the mayor because Braddock didn’t have the best reputation then, and frankly, it still could use some work. I moved in and even served his family pizza. I rooted for the comeback, but like most things about John Fetterman, there was a lot of hype and not a lot of substance.
My customers were desperate to get out of the house and we offered one of the few options that had enough outdoor space to stay open.