This is a great article from Grist about the Safe Streets Act recently introduced in the Senate. Making streets safe for all users is a good idea, whether you're urban or rural, Republican or Democrat!
http://grist.org/cities/people-friendly-streets-theyre-not-just-for-big-cities-anymore/
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Safe places for pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles at Better Block BR, April 2013. |