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There’s a common perception in the U.S. that taking public transit is dangerous. It's actually safer than driving. (www.scientificamerican.com)
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[+] -11 points 4 days ago (1 child)

Bingo, never been harassed with violence for change in my car.

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  • [–] 6 points 4 days ago

    I totally have. You're stuck in traffic, someone comes up washes your windshield and demands money. I felt way less safe than being on a train car that happened to have a tweaker or homeless person minding their own business.

    Since moving to NYC and taking mostly trains and buses I haven't had anything like that happen and I've been back for 5+ years at this point.

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