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Can San Francisco Revive Struggling Union Square?

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Union Square's Strong Retail Presence

After the Great Recession, big Wall Street money came in and bought buildings that had always been owned by local Bay Area families. Two of three legacy businesses like Britex and Shriven Coe and Arthur Barron's shoes ended up getting new spots in Union Square. JK: Is there something that's good for a city about having those stores there? "I think it's a sign that you certainly believe in that city"

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