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I disagree with you about DC's interest. It's all about the money it makes from VA, WVA and MD residents commuting into the city.  You wish it was about the safety of all residents, but it's just not. I am not sure you understand how many companies are relocating out of DC due to taxes and to give their employees a better commute.  Having to wait behind a cyclist biking 20 mph on Wisconsin Avenue could add to the frustration.[/quote]

I am not sure you understand that office rents are higher in downtown DC than in the suburbs - firms pay a premium to locate in the District. And DC does far better from residents, who pay property and income taxes than from commuters.   As DC has gained residents (and particularly high income residents) its financial situation has improved.   It has a huge rainy day fund now, throws money at school renovations, etc, while suburbs fight over how to fund schools.   [/quote]

And has this truly translated into care for its own residents, rather than the money from suburban commuters, or is this just your fervent hope?[/quote]

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