“Amanda Burden Wants to RemakeNew York. She Has 19 Months Left,” by Julie Satow is truly an inspiring and helpful article. Satow’s unique feature article writing approaches are so engaging to read the article nonstop. It actually helped me to understand better about how important is to provide quote and critique both to introduce a person in an effective way.

Concerning about Amanda Burden, the director of the New York City Planning Department, is not only a strong persona also a strict planner to develop her city. Her activities, thinking style and contribution are quite impressive to me. And I believe that when you are in such a position like her, a city planner, you should be tough to get things right. Among of all her quotes, I like this one most, “I know this is an once-in-a-lifetime job.” This quote gives the message that do not wastes your chance, and apply it with efficiency to do something that will remain remarkable to the society.