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-goodgodlemon t1_j7m0ttp wrote

Reply to comment by Johnnadawearsglasses in MTA Could Nix Fare Hikes with Just $350M More Per Year, Lieber Says by psychothumbs

ROI is not a good way to look at government spending

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Johnnadawearsglasses t1_j7m178t wrote

It is if your definition of ROI is inclusive of what is good for the citizenry. Which is which I was referring to. Returns to us. Not financial returns.

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Status_Fox_1474 t1_j7mookj wrote

The subway is the only way to move millions of people. The streets would be choked, whether by cars or pedestrians.

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Johnnadawearsglasses t1_j7n0h6p wrote

Which is why it should be managed appropriately. Mismanaging an essential service is dangerous.

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