Elections and Politics
Streetsblog California
Safe-Streets Politicians Gain in the Bay Area
Against the national news of suck, here's a bit more good news around the Bay Area
November 8, 2024
Sustainable Transportation Advocates React to the Trump Victory
Some sustainable transportation advocates took to social media following the election to share their fears — and hopes — for life under the next administration.
November 7, 2024
Presidential Elections Hinge on Gas Prices. Why Not on the High Cost of Car Dependency?
Policymakers must prioritize making car-light living a real option through policies that encourage building more housing in multimodal communities and retrofitting unimodal neighborhoods around people outside cars.
November 6, 2024
Today’s the Day
Lots of transit agencies are offering free transit today to help people get to the polls, including Sacramento RT, LA Metro, Foothill Transit, Big Blue Bus, Pasadena Transit, Culver City Bus, LADOT, Santa Clara VTA, San Diego's North County Transit District, Marin Transit, Solano County, Santa Rosa, Petaluma, and Sonoma, and very likely others.
November 5, 2024
A Last Look at the Role of Sustainable Transportation in the Race to the White House
Let's take a look back at how the candidates have governed and talked about car culture so far.
November 5, 2024
DECISION ’24: Next President Needs a Vision for America’s Transportation Future
No matter who wins the White House, advocates are ready to push for the transportation system we all deserve — starting with these nine principles.
November 4, 2024
Guest Post: Where do Mayoral Candidates Stand on Safe Streets?
It's a popular issue with voters. But deciphering positions can be challenging. Here's a look at the records.
October 25, 2024
Transit and Safe Streets Advocates Provide Election Guidance
Trying to figure out who and what to support? Transit groups on both sides of the Bay tell you their picks<
October 18, 2024
Political Ad Sets New Bar for Cycling Normalcy and Livable Streets Cred
Alameda County Supervisor candidate's ad features him on a cargo bike
September 10, 2024
Five Facts on Tim Walz’s Sustainable Transportation Track Record
Tim Walz signed some massive transportation legislation as governor of Minnesota. What do advocates think of his track record, and his chances of shaking up the status quo in Washington?
August 7, 2024
