As wealth inequality spirals out of control, many Americans can no longer afford to drive
In suburbanized, car-centric parts of the world, including most of the United States, those who cannot drive are often cut off from fully participating in their community. Walking, bicycles and ride-sharing services can only pick up so much slack in communities without real public transit.
“The poorest are cut off from job opportunities, schools, and other services especially in places where transit service quality is poor.”
Originally posted on salon.com