10-27-2015, 11:33 AM
(10-27-2015, 11:20 AM)Canard Wrote: Absolutely, they should be able to run red lights. Why follow rules? Just let them do whatever the hell they want and screw everyone else. Perfectly reasonable.
Actually, what's being discussed is changing the rules for cyclists. Nothing to do with following or not following rules.
Spokes, in reply to your comment, I think adults are able to understand the concept of having permission to do something when safe, but not having the right of way. People on foot are permitted to cross streets anywhere they like, but they do not have the right of way anywhere and, where they don't, they can't impede someone else. That's logical. If you're a cyclist waiting to go through a red light (that may in some cases never be activated by your presence), it's a minimal risk (to you or others) for you to look, wait for a safe gap in traffic, and proceed.