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Should the government subsidize ride-sharing services for low-income individuals?

Ride-sharing services, like Uber and Lyft, provide transportation options that can be subsidized to make them more affordable for low-income individuals. Proponents argue that it increases mobility for low-income individuals, reduces reliance on personal vehicles, and can reduce traffic congestion. Opponents argue that it is a misuse of public funds, may benefit ride-sharing companies more than individuals, and could discourage public transportation use.

38%
Yes
62%
No
38%
Yes
62%
No

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 @9NHQWT5 from Indiana answered…4 days4D

No, but because public transit should receive the attention.

 @9NH6JJJ  from Pennsylvania answered…4 days4D

Yes, but only for certain situations (e.g. job, healthcare, etc.) and if public transit isn't sufficient.

 @9NG23ZY from Washington answered…5 days5D

No, but make public transportation more affordable and accessible

 @9NFQ4S6  from New Jersey answered…5 days5D

Yes, only for certain situations and if public transit is not sufficient

 @9NFG6YX from Connecticut answered…5 days5D

No, we should focus on improving public transportation rather than subsidizing private transportation.

 @9NFF24M from New York answered…5 days5D

Yes, public transportation is unreliable when it's even available.

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