Overview
Most of us live miles from where we work or go to school.
Unfortunately, our current transportation system has many of us stuck
endlessly waiting in traffic, all the while spewing air pollution and
consuming billions of barrels of overseas oil. Some drivers are even
paying private toll companies for the privilege to use the roads. There
has got to be a better way.
Transportation networks need to be built
and operated in the public interest. That means helping Americans get
around by reducing traffic congestion and increasing alternatives to
car travel.
Without big changes, America’s transportation
problems will severely worsen as over 60 million people join the
population by 2030. Light rail, clean bus systems and other public
transit should play a greater part in America’s transportation future.
Efficient public transportation systems reduce the number of cars on
the road and increase our options for getting around. As we work to
maintain and expand transportation networks, we must also ensure that
roadways continue to be operated for the public interest rather than
for private profit.
ConnPIRG is working for more and better
transit by encouraging public support for new projects and improved
service. We are also working to ensure that toll road privatization
deals don’t sell out the public by relinquishing public control or
selling valuable assets at a discount.
