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a new tallest doesn't have to have purely economical function. creatively, a new tallest, whether in tucson or phoenix (yeah, nothing of the sort will ever happen in tucson -- let's be realistic here), could incorporate purely aesthetic elements such as a spire or observation tower or even solar panels (let's think outside the box!). 20 stories of mixed-use (300') and 200' feet of something else...why not? i know we're in the land of make believe now but it doesn't have to be that way. for the record, i think it would be awesome if tucson built an observation tower similar to space needle. amazing 360 mountain views. why not a hotel/observation tower near the convention center? so little imagination or bravado in this state...(sigh)