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NYC sidewalks are only congested because 90% of street space is dedicated to cars. On 6th avenue near 42nd, there is 5 feet of sidewalk space that thousands of people have to squeeze onto, while cars enjoy a 6 lane highway totaling 70 feet.

Why do cars need a 6 lane road through the middle of the busiest pedestrian neighborhood in the world?




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