RC8
Senior Member
How could someone oppose exploring whether we could increase the efficiency and accessibility of our transit systems by considering gender and racial issues?
Is this the same type of bitterness that makes people angry when garbage pick-up workers get union benefits?
Any sensible person most likely has men/women in their life who have different needs to themselves and whose concerns should be looked after. If a route is attracting overwhelmingly racial minorities, men, or whatever, it is absolutely logical to look at which factors may be deterring other citizens from using this public service that is being provided to them.
Needless to say, the needs of white males should also be considered and met. This is something that institutions like UTM and UTSC do a pretty awful job at. The key is more consideration and thoughtfulness, not less.
Is this the same type of bitterness that makes people angry when garbage pick-up workers get union benefits?
Any sensible person most likely has men/women in their life who have different needs to themselves and whose concerns should be looked after. If a route is attracting overwhelmingly racial minorities, men, or whatever, it is absolutely logical to look at which factors may be deterring other citizens from using this public service that is being provided to them.
Needless to say, the needs of white males should also be considered and met. This is something that institutions like UTM and UTSC do a pretty awful job at. The key is more consideration and thoughtfulness, not less.