The University’s long-term commitments to its developments in the community need further conceptual development and increased clarity. There may be conflicting goals as to what explicit direction Allston’s redevelopment should take, but Harvard must distill these ideas into a true mission that is both attainable and agreeable to the University community.

In the first installment of Harvard's Neighbors, The Crimson profiles Harvard Square bookseller Ken O'Brien, who speaks about the various jobs he's held over the years, why he sells books in the Square, and the important role that owning a dog has played in his life.