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On the recordOctober 26, 2009
The development and expansion of mass transit systems are critical to New Yorkers who take one-third of the Nation's mass transit rides.
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Gillibrand highlights the importance of mass transit for New Yorkers and reducing emissions.

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