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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.

August 22, 2025

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.

August 19, 2025

Zohran Mamdani Wants to Take a Free Bus … Straight to Gracie Mansion

So let's talk about the candidate's fare-free bus policy.

May 12, 2025

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.

April 14, 2025

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.

October 1, 2024

Opinion: Here’s How to Get Congestion Pricing Right

Why focus on the vegetables when dessert is on the table? 

March 21, 2024

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?

September 10, 2023

Tuesday’s Headlines: Free Buses Edition

New York City's free bus test-run begins this September. Plus other news.

July 18, 2023