Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Lemon Lyman

(1,477 posts)
4. YUP!
Mon Sep 9, 2024, 11:04 PM
Sep 2024

No idea if this part has any validity to it... I remember reading years ago that (at least one of) the reason(s) republicans don't want to fund public transit (which is a big reason we don't have good public transit) is that they don't like people being together - sharing time/experiences. They want people alone in their vehicles, hating each other.

It's like cities. Cities are liberal. People of all races and genders and sexualities live together and get to know each other. They realize we all have a lot in common. Rural people are out on their own and are fearful of "those others." That's what republicans want.

I'm sure the oil lobby (more cars burning more oil) plays into it too.

Recommendations

1 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

Latest Discussions»Latest Breaking News»New York site chosen for ...»Reply #4