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Their wordsRecent changes, including the rise of ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft, unquestionably have limited transit's performance.
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U.S. transit providers have failed to increase service levels to match population growth.
Their wordsAt the same time, perhaps most importantly, U.S. transit providers simply haven't increased service to account for a growing population.
Their wordsShifting people out of cars and into transit is an essential strategy for cities hoping to reduce pollution, combat climate change, and improve the vitality of their neighborhoods.
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