I realize how fortunate I have been; mine has been a wonderful life.

For more than 40 years, I have advocated the creation of a 'round the clock' community. This would mean, at the least, housing, schools and shops of various kinds alongside the commercial buildings. That kind of community had appeared in lower Manhattan in nascent form before Sept. 11, 2001.

I was brought up feeling that art is a very important part of one's life. It's something that I not only enjoy, it's something I can share with others.

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