Fashion District business owner concerned about violence near Center City mall

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At times, hundreds of young people line up at a store inside the Fashion District for events and sometimes free give-a-ways. But, the owner feels the violence is making the atmosphere unsafe.

"I just try to let as much kids know, we all come from the same circumstances. I got locked up when I was 14-years-old for a gun charge and I was able to overcome my obstacles and circumstances," Thomas explained. But, he's concerned that his brand, which boasts a positive message of non-violence, and his journey to success won't survive at the Fashion District due to the violence.

"It kinda’ has a negative on what the kids do, because we have so much other youth that if they do something negative, it’s going to be looked at as me, even though I’m trying to do something positive in the city," Thomas added. With more than 58,000 followers, Thomas is at rock star status with his brand and impact on the kids.

"A lot of parents feel safe bringing their kids to HMBL. A lot of parents, they believe in my message that I’m putting out for the kids," he said. Thomas started with a candy business in high school, sold water outside the Art Museum, then got into merchandise. He sold his brand out of a car trunk and went on to open four stores.

"I would like to be here in the city of Philadelphia, because it motivates the kids and stuff like that, but if it’s not safe, then we don’t know where we’re going to be at," he said. Thomas says he’s meeting with Fashion District officials this week to discuss concerns and possible solutions.

 

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Any comment on the hypocrisy of the liberal elites in Marthas vineyard

This is why we need all New Leadership Now! This is unacceptable and the Pathetic Excuses must stop! The Fashion District will go out of business if it doesn’t stop! It’s time to put pressure on PHLCouncil, PhillyMayor, and DA_LarryKrasner!

The 76ers arena will fix all the problems.

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