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> operating a motor vehicle is a responsability and privilege

Responsability yes, but a privilege?

If public transport were abundant and pervasive everywhere in the world that would be true. Freedom of movement is a basic right and in a lot of places, you can not enjoy that right unless you have a car.




> you can not enjoy that right unless you have a car

Most of the people were born with a pair of legs, which they can use to enjoy their natural freedom. A car is still a privilege for those, even if economics “require” them to own one.


Driving is a privilege in the sense that is isn't a right and can be suspended [1]. Also, NYC public system will take you almost everywhere.

[1] https://dmv.ny.gov/tickets/suspensions-and-revocations




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