"Zohran Mamdani’s proposal for free public buses in NYC aims to increase ridership among low-income populations, enhance efficiency, and reduce assaults on drivers."
"The yearlong pilot program in NYC showcased a 30% increase in weekday ridership and a significant reduction in driver assaults, indicating potential benefits of fare-free buses."
Zohran Mamdani, campaigning for mayor of NYC, proposes fare-free public buses to help low-income riders and increase ridership. The initiative aims to relieve financial burdens and improve transportation efficiency. A yearlong pilot program demonstrated a 30% rise in weekday riders and a reduction in driver assaults by nearly 40%. Critics argue that the plan's annual cost of $700 million is financially impractical. Other U.S. cities like Kansas City and Boston have adopted similar fare-free options, seeing benefits in safety and commuter savings as well.
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