Hochul has yet another chance at redemption by solving NYC's fare-beating crisis

The broken-windows theory of social disorder suggests that minor issues, if left unaddressed, will escalate into more significant problems, exemplified by the alarming rise in fare evasion on New York City buses.

Fare evasion has surged from 18% in 2018 to nearly 48% in 2023, illustrating how the absence of consequences invites broader misbehavior among honest riders.

The financial implications of fare evasion are staggering, with the MTA losing approximately $700 million in revenue due to fare cheats in 2023 alone.

Authorities admit the severity of the fare evasion issue but have implemented only superficial measures, failing to enforce consequences that might deter this growing problem.

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