Activism in a pandemic, Metro's budget, and more.
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Here's our roundup of this week's must-read posts.
This week, we stopped to take stock of the past two years. In a two-part series, Stephen Hudson and Mike English each took a look at what it means to advocate for urban spaces during a pandemic that made gathering itself dangerous.
But still, we carry on — and transit needs to carry on with us. Metro is planning its next budget, and you can weigh in at any of three public meetings next week.
Finally, keep an eye out for a new Virginia law that could shore up enforcement when gas-powered vehicles park in electric vehicle charging spots.
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Mike English (Guest Contributor) • February 1, 2022
When the pandemic hit, I felt scared and alone, but weirdly, more connected with my community than ever.
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Stephen Hudson (Contributor) • January 31, 2022
With the barrage of bad news about urban living since the pandemic began, many activists are feeling burnt out. But there are reasons to be optimistic.
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George Kevin Jordan (Editor-in-Chief) • February 3, 2022
Metro is holding three public hearings on its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023 as questions remain about the system’s recovery from the pandemic.
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Graham Moomaw (Virginia Mercury) • February 2, 2022
Virginia drivers of gas cars could soon be fined for parking in electric vehicle spots thanks to a bill in the Virginia legislature.
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