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Fighting Traffic in Chicago: Lower Fares, More Trains, Fewer Buses

The Pie: An Economics Podcast

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Enhancing Chicago's Public Transportation

This chapter examines the disparities in public transportation access in Chicago, focusing on how income levels influence transit choices. It analyzes travel patterns using mobile phone data to highlight the need for policy adjustments in transit pricing and frequency. The discussion further explores the challenges of managing urban transportation and the potential benefits of integrating road pricing with public transit subsidies.

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