
The Sunday Read: 'The Case for the Subway'
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Revitalizing the New York Subway
This chapter examines the pivotal role of governors in shaping the New York subway system, highlighting funding decisions and modernization initiatives like the Second Avenue subway. It addresses the ongoing challenges of public dissatisfaction, funding gaps, and the influence of urban density on transit needs. The narrative also emphasizes the historical efforts of civic leaders in preserving the subway system amidst financial crises and the broader implications for urban prosperity.
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