Equity meets bike libertarianism: Anchorage Assembly loosens laws for jaywalkers and cyclists

Under a new “equity” ordinance passed by the Anchorage Assembly on Tuesday, there will be no more fines for jaywalking in Anchorage starting in October. That’s because the laws against jaywalking were racist, according to the rationale underpinning the new ordinance, and thus minorities are more likely to be cited for jaywalking. Walkers who perceive … Continue reading Equity meets bike libertarianism: Anchorage Assembly loosens laws for jaywalkers and cyclists