Since I don't drive, if I want to get somewhere that doesn't have public transport going there, are you suggesting I should not be able to go there?
> Several states grant some right for cyclists to travel in lanes with cars, but in practice that's absurd.
Which I'll translate for you, from you:
> ~It's absurd for cyclists to use the roads
So, how do I get to where I need to go?
> So, how do I get to where I need to go?
Take bike paths, sidewalks, backroads etc. Or lobby your city for better bike infrastructure. Or accept the risk of the increased likelihood that you will end up a statistic.
Ideally both types of vehicles should be able to get along, but the reality is that both types of drivers have irrational emotions.