This article from Smart Growth America lays out how people in poor communities and people of color are disproportionately negatively affected by our transportation system and policies: “America’s transportation system is fundamentally inequitable. More resources go to wealthier and more politically connected communities; streets are designed to prioritize high-speed (expensive) vehicles over the safety of people, walking, biking, or taking transit; everyday destinations are out of reach for many people who don’t own or can’t afford a car.” Full article>>
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