Tag: urban policy
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New York Isn’t “Progressive”—It’s Regressive for Anyone Who Can’t Afford the Exit
New York calls itself progressive—but for millions of residents, daily life tells a different story. With rents soaring, families leaving, and middle-class New Yorkers quietly priced out, the city’s policies increasingly reward those who can absorb endless pressure while pushing everyone else toward the exit.
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Congestion Pricing Was Sold as Reform. For Many New Yorkers, It’s Just Another Cash Grab.
New York’s congestion pricing, initiated in January 2025, was intended to reduce traffic and improve transportation funding. However, it has led to significant financial burdens for working families and small businesses without meaningful traffic relief. Critics label the program a “cash grab,” questioning its effectiveness and calling for better accountability from the MTA.
New York Bay News 