Do people jaywalk — or cross against a traffic signal or outside a crosswalk — where you live? Do you?
In many places in the United States, that’s illegal. Should it be?
New York City last year decriminalized jaywalking — a law that was not evenly enforced — after 70 years of warning New Yorkers to “Cross at the green, not in between.” Now residents can cross the street wherever they please without getting a fine. But some fear the new law could lead to more pedestrian deaths.
What do you think about this move? Should other places follow New York’s lead? Should your city? Why or why not? How do you safely cross the street — whether at a crosswalk or not?
Make your case in the comments, and then read the related article to learn more.
Students 13 and older in the United States and Britain, and 16 and older elsewhere, are invited to comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff, but please keep in mind that once your comment is accepted, it will be made public and may appear in print.
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