You seem to be implying that only rich people can afford taxis, and thus its some exclusive service no "normal" people ever avail themselves of. This isn't tru

You seem to be implying that only rich people can afford taxis, and thus its some exclusive service no "normal" people ever avail themselves of. This isn't true, and even if it were---cabs are private spaces; that's what you're paying for. Subways, elevators, busses are shared public space.