Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Mayor Bowser recently proposed an increase in taxes on ride-hailing services in order to raise funds for Metro. New York and Chicago have also recently implemented similar levies. Some studies have suggested that services like Uber and Lyft are luring commuters away from public transit–but some wonder if this is the right way to level the playing field. We discuss what this means for riders and how the District can make the most out of taxes on transportation going forward. We’ll also speak to the local ride-hailing service DC says is running afoul of laws requiring them to serve all areas of the city.
Guests
- David Alpert Founder and President, Greater Greater Washington
- Andrei Greenawalt Vice President for Public Policy, Via
- Harvey Higginbotham Lyft driver
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