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The Lost Subways of North America

99% Invisible

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The Interplay of Community Support and Public Transit

This chapter explores how funding and local community support shape public transportation systems in North America, focusing on the effects of suburban withdrawal from subway projects. It contrasts the U.S. reliance on highways with Canada’s more cautious approach, underscoring the importance of community commitment for successful transit infrastructure.

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