Scott Alexander describes a trip to the Midwest with his father, highlighting regional charm and his father's practical nature, ending with the purchase of a Subaru in Detroit. Longer summary

Scott Alexander describes a trip to the Midwest with his father, highlighting the region's 'Americana' charm. He recounts his father's practical nature, illustrated by a story of their visit to Japan where his father insisted on Italian food. The post ends with Scott purchasing a Subaru in Detroit on his father's recommendation, showing a blend of his father's practicality and a nod to Japanese industry. Shorter summary