Via U.S. Department of Transportation
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Last month at the National Bike Summit, I said "It’s time to take the bicycling renaissance to the next level." And I proposed to help do that by changing the conversation from "Bicycling has earned a seat at the transportation table," to "Like all forms of transportation, bicycling must be safe."
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After all, whether you’re driving a tractor-trailer, sitting in the back seat of a minivan, or pedaling a bike, the road safety you enjoy shouldn’t depend on the number of wheels you’re riding on.
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When I say that safety is this Department’s number one priority, there’s no exception for bikes. With more bicyclists on our streets, helping them ride safely is not a luxury; it’s part of our obligation.
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https://fastlane.dot.gov/2013/04/bike-safety-summits-get-the-green-light.html
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