This edition: Transportation Frustration
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Original tape date: May 21, 2018. First aired: May 25, 2018.On this edition of Independent Sources, hosted by Zyphus Lebrun we ride along with a commuter (or dollar) van driver and we learn about the history of these vehicles that have been viable options to the MTA in communities of color. We see how changing neighborhoods are affecting their future. Then we hear from Chinese immigrants who are fighting City Hall in their effort legalize their “e-bikes” or motorized delivery bikes.
Guest List
Elizabeth Campbell Dollar Van Passenger
Margaret S. Chin City Council Member, 1st District, New York City Council
Matthew W. Daus Former Commissioner & Chair, NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission
Hon. Bill de Blasio Mayor of New York City
Eric Goldwyn, Ph.D. Urban Planner, NYU Marron Institute
Do J. Lee Researcher, Advocate, Biking Public Project
Mengba Li E-Bike Delivery Worker
Su Sanni Founder, Dollaride
Gelson Shoy Dollar Van Passenger
Evenson Souverain Dollar Van Driver
