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Katie Wilson’s Success in Seattle Shows Again that Urbanism Is A Winning Campaign Issue
The advocate's strong early performance in Seattle's mayoral primary — following Zohran Mamdani's similar triumph — shows what you can do when you focus on transit.
Four Policies Progressives Are Backing for the Next Big Transportation Bill
Progressives (like Ed Markey above) are refusing to water down their ambitions in the face of a deeply divided Washington.
Zohran Mamdani Wants to Take a Free Bus … Straight to Gracie Mansion
So let's talk about the candidate's fare-free bus policy.
Free Buses Would Mean 12% Faster Rides And 20% More Riders: Study
Want faster buses? Make them free. The benefits will end up paying for themselves, says Charles Komanoff.
OPINION: Any Money Hochul Finds to ‘Replace’ Congestion Pricing Should Fund Fares and Frequency
The governor's congestion pricing gambit put potential infusions into MTA operations to fund things like fare subsidies and service on the back burner.
Opinion: Here’s How to Get Congestion Pricing Right
Why focus on the vegetables when dessert is on the table?
Philly Gives City Workers Free Transit. Can Other Cities Follow?
It's sure to be a boon for SEPTA, the environment, and city employees’ quality of life, but can it be a model for other cities?
Tuesday’s Headlines: Free Buses Edition
New York City's free bus test-run begins this September. Plus other news.