I’ve had the kidnapping conversation a few times and I’m still deeply confused by what pro-car people are even trying to say. In a walkable area you’re at greater risk of someone coming into physical contact with you, yes, but then what? Are they going to run down the street with you on their shoulder? Maybe two cyclists could carry you together on a line? If they’re dragging you into a building that’s begging to be caught. Meanwhile, in car land, someone can grab you from your front yard and be be off to parts unknown in seconds.
I’ve had the kidnapping conversation a few times and I’m still deeply confused by what pro-car people are even trying to say. In a walkable area you’re at greater risk of someone coming into physical contact with you, yes, but then what? Are they going to run down the street with you on their shoulder? Maybe two cyclists could carry you together on a line? If they’re dragging you into a building that’s begging to be caught. Meanwhile, in car land, someone can grab you from your front yard and be be off to parts unknown in seconds.