Lots of reader reaction to today's column in response to yesterday's story about all the cool proposals for a big, new arena for Baltimore. Here's one from an attorney named Andy:

"Like you, I am a transplant to Baltimore and always been struck by how negative the city is.  I think it is some huge collective hangover from the riots of the 60's and subsequent evacuation of the middle and mercantile class.  I don't know if Baltimore can support another major league franchise, but I like thinking big. On the location, though, I think we already missed the boat.  The perfect spot would have been the bit of land just north of left field of Camden Yards, where that awful hotel is now going up, perfect for blocking all skyline views from most of the seats in the Yard (bet you anything that you can't see the Bromo Tower from home plate when the hotel is done).  An arena there could have been completely connected to the Convention Center right across the street, and you would have seen the Final Four, Democratic and Republican conventions as well as lots of other events that our convention facilities just aren't big enough to handle.  Oh well, I will fix it when I achieve full omnipotence."

From Russ:  "GREAT column today! We must keep those thoughts alive. This is a great city and we deserve and need a world class arena. I truly believe that when we build it they will come!"

Please keep the comments coming, y'all.