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WhereGrapesMayRule t1_itbgibi wrote

Translated: Gasoline companies have shown people will be willing to pay a higher price, so let's charge more. This doesn't happen without corporate grift.

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ELk0mm4nder t1_itbk2ir wrote

You make it sound like they have a choice.

If only America got it's shit together and advocated for better public transport. Sadly in rural areas that ain't happening.

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Wingsofthepegasus t1_itbo69j wrote

Or capped the cost like some countries.

Edit: Though I would love to see better and more expansive public transportation

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Octahedral_cube t1_itcl41k wrote

There's no such thing as free lunch. When the govt caps the price, (depending on the contracts) the government will likely pay the difference using money from the govt coffers. This is still taxpayer money, or govt borrowing. Small producers may be forced to sell at lower prices if they can't sell internationally. In times when demand outpaces supply you can choose to sell to someone else, if you have the muscle to do so.

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