Millions of MTA Riders or Three Amigos?

Right now three senators – Senators Carl Kruger, Pedro Espada, Jr. and Ruben Diaz, Sr., are holding our entire transit system hostage.

And with only a few weeks left until the MTA acts on the draconian fare hikes and service cuts, this is no time for political games. Help convince our leaders to do whatever it takes to pass a transit plan through the Senate, including bringing their fellow senators on board.

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Dear [Decision Maker]

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I am very concerned to hear that Senators Carl Kruger; Pedro Espada, Jr.; and Ruben Diaz, Sr. will refuse to pass a transit rider rescue plan like those proposed by Governor Paterson and Speaker Silver, if that plan includes any new tolls.

These senators have made it clear what they oppose, so I'm writing to make sure you know what I, as your constituent, oppose.

* I oppose increasing fares by 23%;
* I oppose shutting down entire subway lines;
* I oppose discontinuing dozens of bus routes in every borough;
* And I oppose longer waits and overcrowding.

Tolls are a necessary part of any plan to fully and fairly fund mass transit. Everyone - including drivers - benefits from a functioning transit system, so it's only fair that everyone should contribute to keeping New York on the move.

I am urging you to convince your colleagues to do what's right for New York and pass a plan that fully and fairly funds the MTA. New Yorkers deserve a plan that prevents the MTA's doomsday fare hikes and devastating service cuts. And it's only fair to ask that everyone who has a stake in the system shares the burden - that includes drivers.

New York's network of subways, buses and commuter trains is the lifeblood of our region's economy, vital to preserving our environment and a major factor in keeping jobs in the region during the current crisis. Please do everything you can to pass a plan that keeps New York moving.

Sincerely,
[Your name]
[Your address]

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