Brent ToderianNov 13, 2022
They say “We can’t do that. We’re not #Amsterdam.” You respond “Amsterdam wasn’t always like that either,” showing before & after transformations illustrating that the cities we admire made CHOICES. And they’re still making choices TODAY. They make more tired excuses. You don’t accept them either. (1e van der Helststraat, 1978 & 2005) #Dutch #Cityplanning #urbanplanning #streets #urbandesign #cities #streetsforpeople
Show threadSqueeNov 13, 2022
@BrentToderian genuine question, what about people with disabilities who can't cycle, run or even walk long distances? Some of us rely on cars to get around because we have no other choice!
Show threadSami Sundell
@squee @BrentToderian You'll still be able to rely on cars. Advocating for improved bicycling and walking conditions and mass transit doesn't mean banishing cars completely, it just means making other modes of transportation easier.

At the same time, reducing the number of cars makes it easier for them who actually need cars. Netherlands is often mentioned as a haven for cyclists, but from what I've heard, it's also a nice place to drive.
Nov 20, 2022 at 9:16amWeb
Show threadSqueeNov 20, 2022
@ssundell @BrentToderian of course, you are right. I had a bit of a knee-jerk reaction based on the photos in the original toot because in the "after" there was no room for cars. So it looked like they were advocating for no cars. But that's just 1 photo of one street. I do want less reliance on cars!