Is New Jersey Ready For A $40 Million USD Pompidou Museum? Locals Don't Think So

Earlier this month, officials at the Centre Pompidou in Paris announced that it will build its first American exhibition space in Jersey City, New Jersey. Why would the premier French institution pick Jersey City out of all places to build a museum? Apparently, it all boils down to free space and funding while also being a 15-minute PATH train ride to Manhattan. The Pompidou will also be situated near Mana Contemporary -- another modern art center that hosts residencies and exhibitions from both...