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Cabbie strike too little, too late

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Nov 2, 2007 12:00 AM (343 days ago) by Steve Eldridge, The Examiner
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Taxi cab lines backed up to up to a 15 minute wait in front of Union Station on Wednesday where a long line of taxis usually wait on a normal day. D.C. cabbies decide to go on a strike to oppose a new payment system.
(Andrew Harnik/Examiner)
Taxi cab lines backed up to up to a 15 minute wait in front of Union Station on Wednesday where a long line of taxis usually wait on a normal day. D.C. cabbies decide to go on a strike to oppose a new payment system.

WASHINGTON (Map, News) - There were noticeably fewer taxis on the downtown streets of Washington on Wednesday between 5 and 10 p.m. I guess the cab drivers managed to get more than a few of their brothers and sisters to participate in their strike.

But I have to wonder to what end?

Yes, the strike was to show cabbies’ displeasure with Mayor Adrian Fenty’s decision to do away with the zone system in favor of time and distance meters, but isn’t it a little late?

Didn’t these drivers and their companies already let it be known that they didn’t like the idea? Is there some hidden threat that these drivers are going to quit their jobs once meters are in the cabs?

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This strike seems to show that there is some solidarity on the part of cab drivers in the District, but the action has been taken, and the mayor is not likely to suddenly change his mind because several hundred cabs took the night off. He’s not Tony Williams.

Maybe next time, when the City Council votes to demand cabs to be clean and in good repair and that drivers actually know where they are going, these drivers can stand on a street corner and hold their breath or threaten not to eat dinner.

SoberRide again a success

Despite the cab strike, the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) reports that 280 people took advantage of its SoberRide program of free cab rides home for those who had too much to drink on Halloween. Further, it says that half of those rides were given within the District.

That means that almost 300 people who shouldn’t have been behind the wheel driving weren’t and that many potential wrecks were thwarted.

Congratulations and thank you to WRAP President Kurt Erickson, all the volunteers and all the sponsors, and especially to the cab drivers who worked as part of this program, for making our streets safer.

Planned Metro hikes are taxes

Howard wrote in with a great take on the mess involving the District’s desire to let suburban transit riders pay the lion’s share of the fare and fee increases:.

“Being a commuter who travels in from Shady Grove to D.C., I see the outrageous 20+% fare hikes for riders such as me as a de facto commuter tax.

“I think the Metro representatives from D.C. have been instructed by D.C. government officials to refuse any fare hike plan that has any fair hike for bus riders because they (D.C. officials and Metro Board members) know bus riders reside primarily in the District.”

Howard has nailed it.

This is the latest attempt by the District to install a commuter tax. I just wish I had thought of it earlier.

steve@sprawlandcrawl.com

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Come to the Pittsburgh International Airport and log on to the Internet for free.

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5:24 PM MST on Sat., Dec. 15, 2007 re: "Improved Metro cars distributed evenly"

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Steve: An example of why people do not want to pay more to Metro. About 4:50 PM today I wanted to get on the Metro at the Smithsonian Station, Independence Avenue Side. I was on the side of the Street the elevator was on, so I pressed the elevator button to get to the trains. In response I heard loud unintelligible, gibberish come over the intercom from a female voice. After saying "what?" a couple of times, a loud male voice came on telling me "that I was causing a lot of problems" by "pressing the wrong elevator button". I said I was trying to take the evalator to the Metro. No response from the Metro employee.

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1:16 AM MST on Thu., Nov. 22, 2007 re: "Flying the friendly skies this holiday"

 Examiner Reader said:
What are you talking about Karl? I feel like I've walked into the middle of a conversation you're having with yourself. How does a linked article in a newspaper turn into brain washing? By the way, the "re:" next to your self-serving little rant indicates that you were really responding to an article about car sharing. Get a grip and take a few deep breaths.

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12:41 PM MST on Tue., Nov. 20, 2007 re: "Car sharing in D.C. is here to stay"

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The brain washing effects of the news media is clearly expressed by this article being provided to us under the title of, "Why doesn't DC use Taxicab meters" and yet this article is only relating to car sharing! I volunteer my services as a tutor for reading to those responsible for having read and responded to this article relating to car sharing . I am amazed that all are not critical of google. com having so irresponsibly referred such data and feedback to us on car sharing and yet it is listed under,"Why doesn't DC use Meters." My tutorial skills in writing will also be provided free of charge. The first assignment is to read my research on the Congressional corruption of the DC taxicab industry found in google.com under, "Karl Rudder's blog". Councilwoman Norton, Mayor Fenty,the DC City Council, the DC Taxicab Commission your Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner and the Washington Post will disavow any knowledge of your actions.

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6:10 AM MST on Mon., Nov. 19, 2007 re: "Traffic lights still trip up drivers"

 Bill said:
Martin Luther King Blvd is the worse - a major thoroughfare that is a nightmare of poorly timed lights. In many cases the light turns green as you see the next blocks light turn yellow. ARRGGGH! Also left turn arrows when nobody is waiting for them, ditto for many of the cross streets. Meanwhile it's possible to travel on St. Paul and most of Monroe St. w/out hitting a single (or very few) red lights. Obviously something is amiss.

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10:37 AM MST on Sat., Nov. 17, 2007 re: "Traffic Signal Report Card: Stoplight timing needs some work"

 Examiner Reader said:
Hello I have a question. What is the average length of time that the yellow warning signal light stays on in Maryland before turning red? Is there a specific law governing that lenght of time, or are there different lengths of time depending on the highway speed? I ask this question because I just purchased a large motorhome and find it dificuut to stop in such a short time on highways with 45 mph or greater, therefor I find myself slowing down at every green light. Respectfully Charles Baynes

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2:33 AM MST on Fri., Nov. 16, 2007 re: "A magnetic warning sign for vehicles of rookie drivers"

 Examiner Reader said:
makw politicians place signs on their cars identifiying them. then we can call them jackasses when we see them.

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3:44 PM MST on Tue., Nov. 13, 2007 re: "New, improved Wilson Bridge still causing traffic delays"

 David said:
Mr. Eldridge The Wilson construction is not complete. On both sides of the bridge the 4 lanes are reduced to 3 and they curve on a temporary road to access the completed portion of the bridge. There are access ramps and bridges still under construction. A quick visit to the Wilson Bridge web site should clear up your ignorance on this. Thanks. Frustrated Comuter

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3:34 AM MST on Tue., Nov. 13, 2007 re: "New, improved Wilson Bridge still causing traffic delays"

 WFY said:
Only one of the spans is open, so lane capacity has not been increased yet. That is why there are still delays.

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12:31 PM MST on Sun., Nov. 4, 2007 re: "Cabbie strike too little, too late"

 Examiner Reader said:
One thing that always made Washington, D.C. a fun place to visit was the ability to hail a taxi ride anywhere in the District day or night. This new fare system will have a negative impact on both tourism, and business travel, if it makes it difficult to get cab rides.

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7:50 AM MST on Fri., Nov. 2, 2007 re: "Cabbie strike too little, too late"

 Mike Licht said:
>>Re: Cabbie strike too little, too late<< Why should any DC Mayor care much what DC cab drivers think? By their own admission, 80 percent of the drivers do not live in DC, and their jurisdictions of residence all have taxicab meters.

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7:57 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 29, 2007 re: "Metro fare increase targets suburbs; commuters expected to absorb shock"

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If these people in DC are so poor that they can't afford bus fare... I'd like to know where are they going and what are they doing when they get there?

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7:38 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 29, 2007 re: "‘Superfine’ applies to all, not just Virginia drivers"

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Now this is a good idea. I can raise the fine for all traffic tickets to at least $1,000. A couple of good targeted enforcement campaigns and we should have a lot of money.

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7:36 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 29, 2007 re: "All aboard for Amtrak, but perhaps not for long"

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5:43 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 29, 2007 re: "All aboard for Amtrak, but perhaps not for long"

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12:50 PM MST on Fri., Oct. 26, 2007 re: "Metro fare increase targets suburbs; commuters expected to absorb shock"

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Yeah but Metro access is not available to everyone. Buses are a huge drain and we all get to pay and pay. Something has got to give. I wish that I heard more from the people on the board who are from Maryland and Virginia. the only ones who ever get quoted in the papers are from dc.

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6:09 AM MST on Fri., Oct. 26, 2007 re: "Metro fare increase targets suburbs; commuters expected to absorb shock"

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As to which service is the most subsidized, look at MetroAccess. It costs over $30 per ride and the subsidy hovers around 90%.

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"When is the plan for these regular IMF closures going to include some active traffic direction by live officers actually standing in the intersection? Is it of any real value to have them standing behind the fences having a good old time at taxpayers’ expense and taxpayers’ frustration?" I so rarely agree with Steve, but on this point I do. The only way I'd part ways with him about this is if he would say the traffic cop in the intersection ought to be wearing a commercial announcement jacket in order to generate funds for the city. I probably just gave him an idea! But seriously, just like cops walking a beat - which they will finally do - cops in the street directing traffic, AGGRESSIVELY, will be a huge help. Not just in the IMF situation, but in ALL situations! Yes, we CAN beat the traffic.

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7:21 AM MST on Wed., Oct. 17, 2007 re: "Metro radio?"

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2:26 PM MST on Mon., Oct. 15, 2007 re: "14th Street Bridge worries are premature"

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Fair enough, bikes shouldn't run red lights, stop signs, and should obey all the rules of the road...Just as cars shouldn't speed. Try driving on the beltway sometime.

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8:29 PM MST on Fri., Oct. 12, 2007 re: "Commute congratulations"

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No, they are just starting to try to compensate for the real costs and opportunity costs of building garages, policing parking lots and wasting lots of property to store cars instead of running a transit system. Riders who are not imposing those costs on the system shouldn't have to pay for them. What this whole thing points out is what the true costs of low density development are and it's not a cost people who live in the city should be paying for.

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10:23 AM MST on Thu., Oct. 11, 2007 re: "MTA isn’t tracking customer complaints"

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Steve, When was the last time that you rode the Light Rail? Things are only getting worse. Everyday we, the commuters, who use this method of transportation to go to work have to deal with the inefficiency of the system-if the train breaks down, you are stranded. No announcement is ever made from their PA system. The drivers are generally very rude...I can't even begin to tell you the amount of times that I have stood in the pouring rain pushing on the door button only to have the driver completely ignore me and drive away. Let's not forget the teenagers that board everyday because Baltimore City doesn't want to bus them. For 2 years we have put up with a group of kids who are dis-respectful, obnoxious, ignorant and rude. The MTA and the MTA Police have received hundreds of complaints about these kids, but nothing is done. A murder was committed at the North Ave Station and a rape occurred at the Nursery Road Station. Riding public transportation is not convenient, it is danger

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7:02 AM MST on Tue., Oct. 2, 2007 re: "New alerts for trains and buses"

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Steve, First I'd like to thank you for shining the spotlight on the issues/problems with Metro and local transit. Completely unrelated matter here, but I have both a question and a comment. Question: while riding the Orange line I notice that when the train leaves the underground from Ballston enroute to East Falls Church it slows to a crawl everyday. What's going on there? Is it a safety issue or is something else at work? Comment: It appears to me that Metrorail drivers are often spending much time/concentration on annoucing the details of an upcoming stop. And some drivers are better than others about making clear and correct annoucements. Plus this procedure probably distracts drivers enough to make it a safety concern - remember the deaths of people hit by trains? Why doesn't Metro use an automated stop announcement system like that used in London? Uniformity and safety should be the goal at Metro, no?

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9:42 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 1, 2007 re: "Metro wants to have it all"

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Steve - I tend to agree with you on the foolishness of Jim Graham's class warfare rhetoric, but you undermine your argument and your credibility in general with whoppers like "the population in the District keeps getting smaller." In fact, after several decades of decline, since about 2000 the population in the District base been going UP, not down, and it is becoming more affluent too. You might actually be able to use to those facts to support your thesis that DC bus riders don't need to be subsidized by suburban commuters. But please, do a little basic fact-checking before publishing nonsense! It really makes readers say, "if he gets the basics wrong, how can we trust his judgment on other matters?"

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5:03 AM MST on Mon., Oct. 1, 2007 re: "Metro wants to have it all"

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" These representatives seem to be reinforcing that old class issue when they talk over and over about “those having the least ability to pay should bear the least burden”. I’m sorry, but is that rule written anywhere formally? " Sorry...what?

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3:45 PM MST on Thu., Sep. 27, 2007 re: "It’s tough to be a D.C. bus driver"

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Police departments equip cruisers with computers for many reasons. They provide the officer with the means to produce reports electronically, receive calls via computer aided dispatch, and to run tags and drivers license information during traffic stops, etc. Unfortunately, like all computers, these computers come equiped with the games software as provided by MSWindows. Although driving while playing solitare is an unsafe action, maybe a report of this activity to the police department, so that the officer is reprimanded, is better than writing a condescending article such as this. I find this article just as irresponsible as the activity of the officer. Had "Seth" called the police department and spoken to the officers supervisor, this unsafe act could have been ceased immediately. Too much glory seeking here, and not enough responsibility.

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5:12 AM MST on Thu., Sep. 27, 2007 re: "Taxicab confession: Fares vary widely, even for the same trip"

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are you insulting me,you should thank me because I have thank you because of the article,.,.,

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5:02 AM MST on Thu., Sep. 27, 2007 re: "Gas prices put impulse trips on hold"

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9:31 PM MST on Thu., Sep. 20, 2007 re: "Taxicab confession: Fares vary widely, even for the same trip"

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Abusive fees charged for parking in Baltimore's garages is putting it mild. I notice many put up a sign indicating there is an event going on and the price goes up even further. I opt to skip downtown altogether, as I'd rather not pay to park in what usually turns out to be a bum infested urine pit. Hey Downtown Businessman.. I can't spend my money on your goods if it's been stolen by parking lot managers.

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5:22 AM MST on Thu., Sep. 20, 2007 re: "Flash a smile to save yourself from speeding"

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STRICTLY enforce traffic laws, specially the use of TURN SIGNALS. I for one almost had an accident because of one stupid lazy driver who doesn't know that his vehicle has a built-in turn signal lever (maybe he thought that was a factory option device).

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10:11 AM MST on Wed., Sep. 19, 2007 re: "Increase in bicyclists raises safety concerns"

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Once I saw a UNICYCLIST riding the wrong way on M Street while talking on a cell phone. Maybe she's riding a bike now. I'm happy to ride in the road. Let's hope drivers realize that cyclists are doing pedestrians a favor by doing so.

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9:32 AM MST on Tue., Sep. 18, 2007 re: "Increase in bicyclists raises safety concerns"

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Cyclists should use common sense in deciding whether or not to ride on a sidewalk. If there are pedestrians present - especially seniors, people carrying packages and children - be coureous and get off your bike and walk it on the sidewalk. If not, then yes - you ought to be able to ride your bike SLOWLY on the sidewalk. If people still cannot do that, then just ban bike riding on the sidewalk. Right now, it is not illegal.

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5:18 AM MST on Tue., Sep. 18, 2007 re: "Increase in bicyclists raises safety concerns"

 Examiner Reader said:
Attention Virginia COPS, check the bike trail crossing Crestview St. at Herndon. Most cyclist doesn't stop before crossing that busy street. They ignore the stop sign posted there. For their safety and drivers safety, cops should always be around.

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8:00 AM MST on Sat., Sep. 15, 2007 re: "Smile, you’re driving the speed limit"

 Examiner Reader said:
Was the Wildlife Crossing Guard recently installed along Dulaney Valley Road? I've been wondering what they were. If so, I am really happy to see them as I encountered a deer with my car almost exactly one year ago and will never forget it.

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6:07 AM MST on Fri., Sep. 14, 2007 re: "Welcome to the city of indecision"

 Examiner Reader said:
Most folks know how a survey's can be flawed pro or con on an issue and the issue of meters in dc taxi cabs should not be decission of Mayor Fenty but left up to the voter's of Washington DC.>>Peace and Love. Billy Ray Edwards a 40 year DC Hacker.

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7:21 AM MST on Fri., Sep. 7, 2007 re: "Signs, signs, everywhere are signs"

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Aren't those no-right-turn signs in that neighborhood aimed at discouraging men from cruising, looking for hookers? I seem to recall hearing about one guy who had no idea what the signs were for, and got stopped late one night by a cop who assumed he was in search of a good time.

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5:52 PM MST on Sun., Sep. 2, 2007 re: "Back to school means more of a shift in traffic"

 Sunny said:
What is Metro's policy on using escalators for moving, suitcases, backpacks, and even baby carriages - - with babies in them! Aren't escalators for pedestrians - and shouldn't Elevators be used to transport large items like suitcases or backpacks with wheel instead of escalators. Many a time during rush hour have I practically tripped over a large suitcase with wheels -- last week a guy had the nerve to take down a cello in a case with wheels down the metro center escalator during evening rush hour. Anyone with sense would use the elevator for that . Metro should do a better job of promoting the elevators for transporting large items and not the escalator during rush hour.

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11:39 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Express Toll Lane construction reaches milestone with bridge"

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How about most other states already have this, move there, and blame their politicians! I am glad you do not work for my government, you would not even trust the experts.

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11:07 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Lawmakers finally listen to public on driving fees"

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I don't believe a work of this. This is a money raising scheme pure and simple- no matter what the 'fat-cat' politicians choose to call it. They have shown their true colors. Let them take another look at it if they want, but as for me I think I will take my chances with a new set of elected officials. Vote them out ! How dare they say that they are milking their constituancy in the name of safety.

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10:42 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Express Toll Lane construction reaches milestone with bridge"

 Examiner Reader said:
Rush hour commuting times are improved, fewer pollutants are released into the atmosphere, and, most importantly, the safety on the Beltway is greatly improved. Improved traffic safety and the reduction of vehicle crashes on Maryland's roads is the Maryland State Highway Administration's #1 goal. As for the tolls someone has to offset the Derlick deficit.

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8:38 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Express Toll Lane construction reaches milestone with bridge"

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Why are handicapped excluded in express lanes? At times emergencies are imminent. Diabetics? I am an amputee and my leg cuts off circulation if in car too long, and can't stretch it. Heart patients and so on. We can't get on express lanes but motorcycles can. Makes sense to me. J. Abney

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4:14 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Express Toll Lane construction reaches milestone with bridge"

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Do away with all tolls in Maryland. This will reduce air pollution, road rage, and gas consumption. Increase the gas tax to cover the lost revenue. Put in on the ballot for the next election. (To see if we want to keep the tolls off).

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2:39 AM MST on Fri., Aug. 24, 2007 re: "Express Toll Lane construction reaches milestone with bridge"

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marty yo'malley will save us. he and the tax and spend possee will take all our money so we cannot afford to drive.

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6:19 PM MST on Tue., Aug. 21, 2007 re: "Some states hide bridge data from public"

 Collins said:
All US bridges on a Google Map...! usbridgemap.com

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12:29 PM MST on Mon., Aug. 20, 2007 re: "Don’t even THINK about speeding here"

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"Too many Americans forget how to do things the right way." Okay, but this story is from Ontario, Canada which, unless I missed something, is not part of the USA .

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10:24 AM MST on Mon., Aug. 20, 2007 re: "Don’t even THINK about speeding here"

 Examiner Reader said:
Driving is a privilege, not a right. If people want to go faster and can legitimately prove that it is safe to do so in a given zone, they can petition to change the speed limit for a given area. Too many Americans forget how to do things the right way.

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