Why is the Purple Line so Short? | Transiting Los Angeles

An extension of L.A. Metro's Purple Line (or D Line) is finally set to open under Wilshire Boulevard, nearly 30 years after its last extension. Why did it stay so short for so long? See more on our website: https://transitinglosangeles.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/transitinglosangeles 00:00 Introduction 00:53 An Ancient Period in the City's History 03:40 And Then Disaster Struck 06:08 Fallout 07:38 Reflected in Pop Culture 10:37 Okay, Back to Reality 12:13 The Political Winds Turn 14:16 Appreciating the Stub 15:29 Credits