Saved by the Deficit?
October 9, 2008By Andrew Bielak
Prominent economist Robert Reich argues that with all signs pointing to the economic recession getting worse, now is an important time for government to invest in education, health care, and infrastructure. (New York Times)
Bailout gives tax break to bicycle commuters
October 9, 2008By Andrew Bielak
Through a provision in the $700 billion bailout package, people who commute to work on two wheels will become eligable to receive a $20 tax-free reimbursement each month. (San Francisco Chronicle — Rachel Gordon)
Federal loans to automakers could flow in 6 months
September 30, 2008By Andrew Bielak
U.S. automakers are months away from being able to use $25 billion in low-interest loans from the federal government. (Associated Press — Ken Thomas)
Beyond Bailout: Reinvesting in “U.S.”
September 29, 2008By Andrew Bielak
Citiwire commentator Neal Peirce writes that the real way for the federal government to address our structural economic problems would be to invest in infrastructure and help lay the foundation for a green economy.
Give Main Street a Fair Shake
September 25, 2008By Andrew Bielak
The editor of The Nation argues that the economic bailout in its current form may bring short-term solutions for the financial industry, but will do little to address broader issues like America’s crumbling infrastructure and overdependence on oil.
House passes $25-billion loan package for auto industry
September 25, 2008By Andrew Bielak
Amidst the high-profile discussion over a massive bailout of the financial industry, the U.S. House quietly approves a $25 billion loan guarantee to help Detroit automakers build more fuel-efficient cars. (Los Angeles Times — Richard Simon)
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- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
March 8, 2010 - Transit riders in Atlanta face massive cuts, “wholesale restructuring” of service
March 5, 2010 - Opposition to Senate extension results in looming shutdown of federal transportation programs
February 26, 2010 - T4 jobs proposal would create nearly half a million jobs, according to Economic Policy Institute
February 17, 2010 - Obama’s 2011 budget gives a lift to livability and transportation
February 2, 2010
- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
The United States of Transit Cutbacks
Driving is down and transit ridership is at record highs. Yet transit agencies across the country are considering layoffs, service cuts and fare hikes. Find out more and learn what you can do to help at t4america.org/transitcuts
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