In recent years, the increased gas prices has become a largely debated topic for many drivers. High gas prices have persisted because of the necessary advantages claimed by producers, despite the disadvantages to consumers. In an attempt to ease the effect of consumer disadvantages, government agencies are developing alternative plans meant to ease the burden of increased gas prices and provide the government with revenue.
[...] In this quotation, Hodgson clearly expresses the view that people are forced to accept the increase of gas taxes because they have no alternative solutions. The public reports that expansion of public transportation systems into suburban and rural areas would be a welcome and well-used addition in many communities. This viewpoint expressed in Britain could be the same here in the U.S. In America, the percent of trips made on foot, by bike, or by public transportation are around 20% (Ford). [...]
[...] The gas tax: Our government's pickpocket In recent years, the increased gas prices has become a largely debated topic for many drivers. High gas prices have persisted because of the necessary advantages claimed by producers, despite the disadvantages to consumers. In an attempt to ease the effect of consumer disadvantages, government agencies are developing alternative plans meant to ease the burden of increased gas prices and provide the government with revenue. For example, there has been increased focus on improved public transportation programs and a proposed increase in the gas tax. [...]
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