Detroit leads the nation in crime rate, ranking high above other cities. This rank has been attained by Detroit based upon the number of murders, rapes, burglaries, acts of arson, and various other criminal activities that occur here. In fact, when most people think of “Detroit”, an image of danger and wrongdoing comes to mind. However, I don’t think many would classify a "Violation of time limit for container to remain at curb" as one of the dangerous crimes being committed here in our city.

There are so many more important issues that the city of Detroit should be focused on other than the accidental misplacement of a garbage can. In his article, Stephen Henderson argues the unreasonable convictions of the city upon the Quades, the family who so “rampantly” left their garbage can sitting out for over 24-hours. The most effective literary device used by Henderson in his article is logos.

One assertion made by Henderson is the injustice of the case brought against the Quades. Henderson says, “Let's start with the fact that their house and block are an oasis in an area that is just a disaster”. If the Quade residence is situated right in the middle of an area covered in garbage, why is this family suddenly responsible for leaving a simple garbage can in out too long? Henderson’s use of logos in this assertion gives the reader a good understanding of the situation. By seeing the unfairness of the city towards the Quades, it helps the reader to agree with Henderson and understand the point being made by him.

Henderson also states, “Shouldn't the city be working on the real problems in the neighborhood, like taking out the burned-out heaps, rather than hassling responsible home owners with tickets for their garbage cans?” This opinion is highly logical; how can it be disagreed with? It has become clear, especially lately due to the scandals of the mayor, that the city of Detroit has not used its money towards its most sensible needs. Any passerby through the city, observing the dilapidated buildings, homeless people, and boarded up windows, could come to the conclusion that it is falling apart.

This is also what makes Henderson’s appeal to logic so effective.

His use of logos can be easily seen by others. It is common sense to the citizens of Detroit, and only takes the eyes of others to see for themselves. Henderson created an article based simply on facts that supported his opinion. There is a long road ahead of Detroit on its journey towards restoration. Apparently citizens should beware to keep their garbage cans off the curbs of it.