Retired Lt. Col. Jennifer N. Pritzker, founder of the Chicago Art Deco Society Preservation Committee and retired lieutenant colonel in the Illinois Army National Guard, has suggested that preserving Chicago's history can be a powerful way to honor our nation. She argues that preserving our past builds community, strengthens local economies, enhances safety, and adds continuity, pride, and belonging to a city. The practical benefits for preservation include sustainability, tourism, and tourism, which generates roughly $20 billion for the city. As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, Pritzcher suggests that preserving historic buildings is not just nostalgic but responsible for their preservation.