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Free Public Transit

Independence & Opportunity

You can’t truly be a part of a community if you can’t move around and experience it.


Economic justice isn’t just about the money in your pocket—it’s about the freedom to use it.
 

When our buses don't show up or cost too much, the system is essentially putting residents on house arrest. We are redesigning our transit to ensure every Detroiter has the independence to connect with their neighbors and the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The Radical Vision:
Independence Through Mobility

Transportation is the lifeblood of a thriving city. Our goal is a seamless, state-of-the-art regional system that treats mobility as a utility, not a luxury.

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Phase 1

A Direct Stimulus

Through Free Transit 

Put money directly back into the hands of Detroiters. I am fully committed to making DDOT buses fare-free for all, creating a direct economic stimulus.

  • The $8.5 Million Investment
    We know the cost to clear the paywall—roughly $8.5 million annually in farebox revenue. I am making it my mission to raise this through a coalition of public-private partnerships and the philanthropic community.
     

  • Direct Stimulus to Riders
    For a daily rider, this policy is a direct annual stimulus of $600 to $1,200. This is cash that stays in your pocket for groceries, housing, and savings.
     

  • Streamlined Efficiency
    By eliminating the farebox, we cut the costs of collection and speed up boarding times. Every second saved at the curb is a second gained for a parent getting home to their kids.

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Phase 2

A Regional System:

Woodward to Pontiac 

Our lives don't stop at 8 Mile.

We need a transit system that reflects the reality of how we live and work in Southeast Michigan.

  • Finishing the QLine
    We will push to extend the QLine all the way to Pontiac, as it was originally intended. We are done with "starter lines" that only serve the downtown core. Woodward Avenue should be a continuous artery of opportunity connecting Detroit, the northern suburbs, and Pontiac.
     

  • Access to the Whole Region
    We will push for a fully integrated regional authority that dissolves the borders between DDOT and SMART.
     

  • Connecting People to Purpose
    We will prioritize high-frequency routes that link the East Side and the Livernois 6-Mile area directly to regional employment hubs. If there is a job in the region, a Detroiter should be able to get to it reliably without needing a car.

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Phase 3

Reliability: The

Foundation of Community

A bus that doesn't arrive is a broken promise. To build a system people can depend on, we have to invest in the people who run it and the tech that moves it.

  • Priority Infrastructure
    We will advocate for dedicated bus lanes and signal priority to ensure our transit isn't stuck in gridlock.
     

  • Supporting Our Drivers To have a reliable system, we need a stable workforce. We will prioritize living wages and safety for transit operators to solve the driver shortage.

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