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Again, amidst all of the hyperbolic whining above, I will once again gently point out that 83% of people affected by Rush+ service changes will gain, rather than lose, service. We are not hearing from this overwhelming but silent majority -- yet more evidence that humans are strongly loss-averse.

Whether the Blue Line service reduction occurs now or next year (when the Silver Line begins service) is ultimately immaterial. Taking this step now gives you and the system more time to adjust. Metrobus routes have been adjusted, ART is maintaining plenty of north-south Arlington service, and there will still be plenty of other alternatives like bicycling. And if a few people resort to driving to work, the world won't end -- because probably other people whose service gets better will stop driving to work.

by Payton on Jun 15, 2012 9:28 am • link • report

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