Everything from interminable lines to near-miss collisions and controller burnout predates Trump. It’s a metaphor for the long-term neglect of public systems.
Pete Buttigieg
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Flying Blind
Today on TAP: Trump and his appointees are making the airport mess worse. But it would be a mistake to pin this crisis entirely on him.
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How About a Daily Democratic Message?
Today on TAP: It’s a promising concept, but the devil is in the details.
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Biden’s Amazing Win Settling the Dock Strike
Today on TAP: The terms are a total victory for dockworkers and for smooth supply chain operation, as the White House faced down exorbitant shipper profits. What would Trump have done?
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Highway Robbery: How Junk Fees Hit Truckers
The FTC’s campaign against junk fees could help protect truckers from exorbitant towing fees.
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Will the FAA Serve Passengers or Industry Special Interests?
The Biden administration wants a pro-consumer agency. Some senators would rather help interest groups.
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The Transportation Department’s New Path
In a busy week for regulatory action, Pete Buttigieg’s emergence in fighting corporate power should not be overlooked.
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East Palestine Residents Are Still Skeptical
High-profile visits, shoddy testing protocols, and unclear FEMA assistance guidelines leave residents worried.