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Should the government invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure?

Smart transportation infrastructure uses advanced technology, such as smart traffic lights and connected vehicles, to improve traffic flow and safety. Proponents argue that it enhances efficiency, reduces congestion, and improves safety through better technology. Opponents argue that it is costly, may face technical challenges, and requires significant maintenance and upgrades.

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Yes
24%
No

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 @9L4Z23B  from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but this needs to be a locally led initiative

 @87RM34Q  from Ohio  answered…2yrs2Y

There needs to be a proof of concept for smart transportation infrastructure before the government invests in it.

 @9NRT9GG from Massachusetts  answered…2yrs2Y

For traffic lights and stop signs yes. For vehicles no.

 @9RDDSGC  from Florida  answered…2yrs2Y

No, while smarter traffic signalling may be a worthwhile investment, I am vehemently opposed to any sort of "smart" vehicles, as they are typically anti-consumer in terms of right-to-repair, as well as an inherent privacy, safety, and security risk to the individual, those around them, and to national security.

"Connected" vehicles of any sort open up the possibility of severe privacy violations by the United States government, as well as malicious individuals and foreign nation states; your car should not be able to transmit data about your location.

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 @9VP88VR from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

The government should invest in the development of smart transportation infrastructure when it is appropriate.

 @9RMJVZWfrom Guam  answered…2yrs2Y

The government should cut the red tape and reduce regulations rather than use direct cash injections.

 @B7PW2XP from Missouri  answered…9mos9MO

I think they should add ways from there to be less vehicles on the road and more of a way that takes a large sum f o people to designated places.

 @9Q7TBHD  from Ohio  answered…2yrs2Y

No; it should be eco-centric and people-centric transportation infrastructure

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