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Zohran Mamdani hires car-hating activist Ben Furnas for NYC transportation team: ‘War on drivers’

Mamdani appointed Ben Furnas of Transportation Alternatives to his transportation transition team.
The group pushes busways on major routes and opposite street bans to reduce car use, according to the plan.
Furnas’ agenda includes playgrounds in street medians and closing streets to traffic near schools.
Critics fear the plan could create traffic nightmares for drivers in New York City.
Mamdani frames free buses as a cornerstone of his campaign, aligning with Furnas' goals.
The appointment signals potential expansion of anti-car measures under the new administration.
The transition team includes allies from various reform groups to influence urban mobility.
Opposition cites concerns about the impact on seniors and mobility-restricted residents.
The article highlights media coverage and public reaction to the appointment.
The piece notes the broader debate over street design and traffic management in NYC.

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