MEGAN MCARDLE: The paradox of empty storefronts. Though if you want to see empty spaces in suburban strip malls, I can arrange a tour. And this place is still empty, as is the Circuit City across the street.
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My own question of economic geography — why do Chinese and Japanese buffets spring up and survive where other restaurants have failed?