How the Koch Brothers Are Killing Public Transit Projects Around the Country

Another casualty of the Citizen's United decision.

I fear we can't go back. Now that wealthy persons and companies can spend unlimited anonymous money, and we have the tools and techniques to use that money to defeat even popular, beneficial initiatives, how can anything that doesn't align with moneyed interests hope to win?

This shows that even "grassroots" efforts are the domain of the establishment now. What hope do the people without money and power have to enact their own changes, or speak with their own voice?

Public transportation is vital especially for low income families who may not have enough money to buy a car. It should act as a cheap alternative to owning an automobile. This can also help in reducing traffic as well.