Public transit is more than infrastructure, it’s about people, opportunity, and quality of life. Yet discussions about transit too often focus on budgets and ridership numbers, missing the human impact behind them. That’s the key insight behind Todd Litman’s Planetizen article, “For Better Public Transit, We Need Better Stories.”
The piece argues that stronger, more relatable narratives are essential for building public and political support for transit. Stories about independence for seniors, savings for working families, safer streets, and healthier communities can communicate transit’s value far better than statistics alone.
By connecting planning expertise with persuasive storytelling, the article offers a timely reminder: if we want better transit, we need to talk about it differently. Anyone interested in transportation, equity, or community development will find this a worthwhile read.
Read the full article on Planetizen: For Better Public Transit, We Need Better Stories