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In contrast to popular opinion, cars are one of the greatest equalizers on the planet.
Before cars, who gets to enjoy a nice Sunday morning at the beach?
The rich with beachside estates. There aren't too many busses going there at random hours of the day.
Without cars, how would the poor get to a national park?
Practically, public transportation only works when you want to go where the crowds are.
If you want to stand out, you've got to take a car.
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In contrast to popular opinion, cars are one of the greatest equalizers on the planet.
Before cars, who gets to enjoy a nice Sunday morning at the beach?
The rich with beachside estates. There aren't too many busses going there at random hours of the day.
Without cars, how would the poor get to a national park?
Practically, public transportation only works when you want to go where the crowds are.
If you want to stand out, you've got to take a car.