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After writing that post, I started drafting an edit to acknowledge that clever marketing is another way to encourage greater use of public transport. In my mind
by simondotau 3mo ago
After writing that post, I started drafting an edit to acknowledge that clever marketing is another way to encourage greater use of public transport. In my mind I imagined a campaign highlighting the time people get back not having to drive through heavy traffic. The advertisement could say, "Give yourself more time to do the things you love," accompanied by a wholesome image of a smiling person reading a book on the train.
Then it occurred to me that nobody would actually be reading a book. They would be doom-scrolling Instagram or watching wingnut political propaganda on YouTube. I'm starting to wonder if people might be mentally better off behind the wheel...
- pibaker 3mo agoShortwave radio had a reputation for hosting political nut jobs before the internet existed. So are podcasts. At least transit users don't get road rage.
- nicbou 3mo agoThat's the reason I prefer public transit. I normally bike everywhere, because I get to exercise, see the scenery and yell at people, but sometimes I like to just sit down and read a book. Another benefit is being able to have a drink or go to multiple locations without worrying about bringing the car back somehow.
- queenkjuul 3mo agoI may be doomscrolling on the train but i see plenty of other people read books