Congestion Pricing in Manhattan Proves Successful Despite Initial Opposition
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11mo ago· 1 min readenNews
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Summary
The article discusses the successful implementation of congestion pricing in Manhattan, highlighting the initial opposition and subsequent shift in public opinion. Maura Ryan, a speech therapist, initially opposed the $9 toll but now appreciates the reduced travel times. Polls indicate growing support among New Yorkers for the policy.
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Well, this is very nice.
Polls show more New Yorkers now support the toll than oppose it.
So why on earth did it take so long to start?
