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		whimsicalism on Aug 18, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: As cities grow in size, the poor 'get nothing at a... Yes, imposing costs increases trhe costs of some activities. Unfortunately, there isn't a solution that involves no change in anyone's behavior. If employees have to pay more on a commute, it will change companies' behavior.

bluefirebrand on Aug 18, 2021 [–]

> If employees have to pay more on a commute, it will change companies' behavior.

I don't see why it would, why do you think that?

lotsofpulp on Aug 18, 2021 | [–]

They need workers, so either they pay workers more to make it worth commuting, or move location to be nearer to workers. Or go remote. People are not going to lose money to go to work.

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