conflict between public and exclusive space

Many people feel that our society is becoming too exclusive. As things stand now there are very few truly public spaces. This can be seen as unfortunate, because a public space is one where any people can come and mingle, regardless of superficial characteristics. A truly public space is potentially conducive to a more unbiased understanding between people of different races, classes, etc. The idea seems like it could produce only positive results, but it’s an idealistic concept. In truth, as some people argue, a public space which invites all people also invites danger and discomfort. A richer person might feel endangered if they are in a park with a number of homeless people, fearing that they will be robbed. People of very different lifestyles often times make each other uncomfortable and this discomfort goes both ways. The conflict between public and exclusive space is that between freedom to go anywhere, and safety and comfort concerns for the space users.