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[–] ToastedPlanet@lemmy.blahaj.zone 16 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I definitely want a more expansive public transportation system out here in the foot hills. A high-speed rail network to connect us to other parts of the state would be awesome. But it isn't feasible to get rid of all cars completely. A single parent out here can't be expected to make multiple bike trips for the equivalent of one grocery store run, up and down hills to feed multiple children and work a full time job. Some people out here live on roads where cars can barely drive on let alone a bus. edit: typo

[–] chemicalprophet@lemm.ee 13 points 1 year ago (3 children)

You've identified the problem. Now for solutions!

The solution is individual vehicles for transportation. Congestion is not an issue in the sticks.

[–] Ilovethebomb@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago

The solution is people not living in rural areas? Are you aware of what people living in rural areas do?