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February 5, 2025
Kate Aronoff
Sean Duffy’s War on Transportation Safety
The new secretary of transportation says the Biden administration didn’t do enough to prevent plane crashes. But all his department seems to be focusing on is broadcasting anti-wokeness and raising costs for consumers.
March 18, 2024
Liza Featherstone
How to Fix New York City’s Latest Controversial Policy
Congestion pricing will provoke backlash unless New Yorkers get better public transit now—not later.
September 13, 2023
Jack McCordick
How Car Culture Funnels Drivers Into Debt, Jail, and Danger
A car is a necessity in most parts of the U.S. It also exposes drivers to fines, police harassment, and predatory loans.
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