The argument around congestion is not only that of taxis on the roads, but also taxis waiting outside taxi stands. Where I live / walk (Atlanta), it's not unco

The argument around congestion is not only that of taxis on the roads, but also taxis waiting outside taxi stands. Where I live / walk (Atlanta), it's not uncommon for every taxi that passes me on my walk to honk or to stalk me seeing if I will hail it. At hotels near me, taxis will often back up the parking circle, street, and taxi spots waiting for a fare.