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A new analysis from Transportation for America found that a $4.6-trillion “moonshot” over the next 20 years would be enough to bring the transit networks in most American cities up to par with world-class communities like Berlin, Paris, Oslo and Buenos Aires, which all have more than 115 transit vehicles on the street and underground per 100,000 residents — not to mention excellent service and dedicated rights-of-way to match.
Plus: Crossroads: A Transportation Equity and Justice Convening kicks off in Washington, D.C. this Thursday, representing unified and steadfast commitment to a more equitable transportation system, amidst devastating federal cuts to transportation infrastructure and research, and leadership failing to meet the moment.
A Trump administration proposal recommends massive cuts to popular programs – and it will cost American communities more than they can afford, Senate Democrats say.
A Trump administration proposal recommends massive cuts to popular programs – and it will cost American communities more than they can afford, Senate Democrats say.
Until you can feel it (gas prices, that is). But you don’t really need it (suspending gas taxes).
… but an increase in funding would be a job-creating juggernaut.
The Union of Concerned Scientists explains how the highway lobby keeps so many of us in our cars.
