The article features an interview with mayoral candidate Whitney Tilson during a bike ride organized by reporter Dave Colon. Tilson discusses his views on development and the impact of NIMBYism on the working class, referencing the book "Abundance". He emphasizes the challenges posed by small, vocal opposition to infrastructure projects and advocates for decisive action to advance bike-friendly initiatives in New York City. Despite being new to politics, Tilson expresses a commitment to overcoming bureaucratic hurdles to achieve urban development goals.
"The problem with this city, one of the biggest problems I've come to see, is that when it comes to any kind of development a handful of loud voices can delay or derail or completely block forever needed infrastructure."
"One of the main themes of the book is how blue cities and blue states are crushing the working class by allowing NIMBYism and associated regulations, red tape and zoning rules choke off growth, particularly housing."
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