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The Purpose of Public Transit
Taylor from UCLA explores the relationship between congestion pricing and public transit in Sweden. In Stockholm, public transit is efficient and driving is expensive. Congestion pricing encourages people to choose public transit, biking, or walking. By improving transit systems or making them free, we can potentially convert car drivers to public transit, benefiting the environment. Public transit serves both those who cannot drive due to age, income, or disability and those who struggle with parking. It provides a crucial social service and promotes redistribution.