Some non-local media give Detroit very little chance of luring a second Amazon headquarters. But now Inc. Magazine lists it among the top five candidates, alongside Raleigh/Durham; Austin, Denver and Washington.
The publication says:
Detroit is a city many want to see return from the ashes. There aren't many cities that could offer Amazon a truly urban environment with an incredibly business-friendly local government and affordable housing.
And, it would be a triumph for Amazon from a public relations standpoint. Yes, the company would get the urban setting and affordable real estate, both corporate and residential, in addition to international airport access. However, in one fell swoop, Amazon could be the catalyst for the rebuilding of one of America's great cities.
One challenge for Detroit may be its public transportation system, which is not well-developed and ranks very low nationally.
