Why don't people think about how actions will hurt those that have the least. Those that are barely getting by. Those who have little or nothing.
Our toll roads around Chicago were very difficult to adjust to when we moved here in 1985. The tolls had been $.25 for decades but increased to $.40 in 1983. That was a 60% increase.
Years ago we invested in I-Pass and purchased a transponder. The upside is we can swiftly remit our tolls. Those who do not have I-Pass or other state systems that Illinois recognizes, now pay twice or on average $.80.
One more advantage for us is we can track usage for Bob's business expenses.
Later today the Toll Board and our Governor will increase tolls by 87.5%, from $.40 to $.75. That's for us with I-Pass. Other drivers just passing through will pay $1.50.
Tax the rich. This hits everyone who uses the fastest roads around here. This hits those who commute into the city and can not use the trains. This hits those who are driving around to get from Indiana to Wisconsin 5 times what it cost them in 1983.
Truckers will pay more to get around 294 that it costs them to cross the entire state of Pennsylvania. Hit those who are trying to make a living.
Is it time for change, even in Illinois?
'til later
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