Philadelphia Transit System Votes to Cut Service by 45%, Hike Fares

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The Philadelphia transit system is facing a severe funding shortfall, leading to a planned 45% service cut and fare increase, sparking fears of a "death spiral" where decreased service leads to reduced ridership and further funding cuts. Commenters on Hacker News debated potential solutions, with some arguing that cars are heavily subsidized while public transit is held to a profit standard that roads are not. Others suggested cracking down on fare evasion and antisocial behavior to improve the transit experience for paying customers. The core issue is seen as a widespread problem across major US cities, questioning the sustainability of relying on cars as a primary mode of transportation and highlighting the need for a broader societal solution for funding and maintaining public transit.

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