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travelngeng t1_jeady3e wrote

Thank you. I’m no longer in Richmond, but the number of cars that just chill at an intersection when I’m clearly not crossing makes me so uncomfortable as a pedestrian. And they won’t drive even when I wave them on, exasperated.

I don’t want to cross. I don’t trust any vehicle ever as a pedestrian. I wish cars would follow the law and be predictable rather than try to aggressively courteous to the point where it becomes an issue.

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EmergencyYoung OP t1_jeb9yvw wrote

EXACTLY. I've encountered this 'aggressive kindness' as a pedestrian too and yeah, if I have my kid with me especially, I will cross when I feel safe.

Like going beyond the law, even with good intentions, is literally breaking the law. People don't seem to get that.

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