The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (the MBTA) just announced substantial fare increases across the board and simultaneous draconian service cuts due to an immense debt. I know that times are tough for everyone, but public transportation is important, even vital for some riders. Not only that, but the use of mass transit results in less traffic congestion on our roads and highways plus less air pollution. Therefore, regardless of the indebtedness of the MBTA and other public transportation agencies across the US the government should step in and fully fund public transportation. It really is a win-win situation if mass transit is funded. After all, there are some things that only government can fund, like roads, bridges and infrastructure. Since so many people rely on the T, doesn't it make sense to fund it? Also, if mass transit is funded, more people from elsewhere are more likely to spend their money when they do travel by bus, train or subway. THe MBTA plans to eliminate weekend train services. The weekend is a time when a lot of people have the time to attend cultural and similar events in the city.
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