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Jitneys Could Improve Mass Transit

May 25, 2023
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Commentary Numerous stories show California’s mass transit is suffering big problems. And that’s not even counting the High-Speed Rail boondoggle. On May 22, Calmatters provided a summary, noting transit agencies are seeking $5.5 billion more in operating funds, even as the state faces a budget deficit of at least $31.5 billion. But here’s a solution:…

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Jitneys Could Improve California’s Mass Transit

May 25, 2023
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Commentary Numerous stories show California’s mass transit is suffering big problems. And that’s not even counting the High-Speed Rail boondoggle. On May 22, Calmatters provided a summary, noting transit agencies are seeking $5.5 billion more in operating funds, even as the state faces a budget deficit of at least $31.5 billion. But here’s a solution:…

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Illegal Immigrants Dropped Near VP Harris Home in DC on Christmas Eve

December 25, 2022
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WASHINGTON—Three buses of recent illegal immigrant families arrived from Texas near the home of Vice President Kamala Harris on Christmas Eve. Texas authorities have not confirmed their involvement, but the bus drop-offs are in line with previous actions by border-state governors calling attention to the Biden administration’s immigration policies. The buses that arrived late Saturday…

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Illegal Immigrants Dropped Near VP Harris Home in Washington on Christmas Eve

December 25, 2022
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WASHINGTON—Three buses of recent illegal immigrant families arrived from Texas near the home of Vice President Kamala Harris on Christmas Eve. Texas authorities have not confirmed their involvement, but the bus drop-offs are in line with previous actions by border-state governors calling attention to the Biden administration’s immigration policies. The buses that arrived late Saturday…

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‘Flat-Out Lying’: Texas Governor’s Office Accuses NYC Mayor After Threat of Lawsuit Over Migrant Buses

September 20, 2022
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office on Monday rebuked Mayor Eric Adams for “selectively” attacking his relocation program while taking sides with Democrat allies that failed to secure the U.S. border. It came a day after Adams said the city would launch legal action against the Lone Star State over the busloads of migrants sent to…

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For Illegal Border Crossers Bused From Texas to NYC, Some Stay, Some Leave

September 1, 2022
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NEW YORK—Some illegal border crossers bused from Texas to New York City are staying in The Big Apple, while others are moving elsewhere. The Port Authority bus terminal is the main arrival point for the illegal immigrants transported to the city on buses by Texas authorities. Manuel Castro, the commissioner of the NYC Mayor’s Office…

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NSW Bus and Train Strikes to Continue This Week

December 6, 2021
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Industrial action, which began last week and continues into this week, will impact Sydney bus and New South Wales (NSW) train services. The Transport Workers Union (TWU) and the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) have notified Transit Systems that their members will be taking part in the strikes. Bus services in Sydney’s Inner West…

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