Washington and New York are different, but the two cities have much in common and define the nation's character.
"Washington and New York are the two cities that define the United States of America's character, writes historian Edward C. Smith. Outwardly so different, they nonetheless have much in common and have shared many experiences and personalities in their intertwined history. The terrorist attack of September 11, 2001 has bound them to one another more tightly...For most cultural urbanologists, to have someone suggest that New York City and Washington, D.C. are siblings is like comparing a fully mature tiger to a domestic cat. Yes, the tiger and the cat are both felines, but opponents to the comparison could say realistically that is all they have in common."
Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan
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