Why fixing LA’s transit crisis feels impossible
Visit https://strawberry.me/morning-brew to start coaching with a $50 credit. Los Angeles once had the largest urban rail system in the world, but mid-20th century policies prioritized cars and freeway expansion over public transit. As a result, 77% of residents drive to work today, and the city faces some of the worst traffic congestion in the world. Despite a $9 billion annual transit budget, public transportation remains underused due to limited coverage, safety concerns, and unreliable service. In this video, I’m exploring how Los Angeles became so car-dependent, what the city is doing to fix it, and whether or not we’re in too deep to revive LA’s golden age of transit. Subscribe to Morning Brew Sign up for free today: https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/sub... Follow The Brew! Instagram - / morningbrew Twitter - / morningbrew Tik Tok - / morningbrew

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