Is the Gas Tax a Sustainable Revenue Source for Roads?

By Gina Reyes Millions of Americans depend on roads in their everyday lives. US roads handle 8 billion miles of traffic per day. For most of America’s contemporary history, federal, state, and local governments have maintained and funded roads. Currently, there are 4 million miles of public road in the country. Gas taxes and other … Continue reading Is the Gas Tax a Sustainable Revenue Source for Roads?

Why the U.S. Should Adopt the Nordic Approach to Private Roads

By Gina Reyes Many view the United States as a free market capitalist state and Nordic countries such as Sweden and Finland as socialist due to their extensive welfare system. Yet, in the United States, most roads, highways, and other transportation infrastructure are publicly owned and operated. Meanwhile, the vast majority of roads in Sweden … Continue reading Why the U.S. Should Adopt the Nordic Approach to Private Roads