Great article on how Seattle Neighborhood Greenways and other advocacy groups overcame a "war on cars" mantra that was poisoning the discourse there. Please make sure to scroll down to the "Let's Talk about Safe Streets" chart.
http://www.peopleforbikes.org/blog/entry/how-smart-language-helped-end-seatt les-paralyzing-bikelash It's all about focusing on PEOPLE rather than things or identity groups. FYI I had the great pleasure of attending a presentation by former Seattle mayor Mike McGinn last fall, at the Strong Towns National Gathering. A truly inspiring guy, I hope he runs for President! Hans Noeldner
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