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In response to "I work in downtown chicago, I know all about walking in traffic." by groiny

i agree that pedestrians need to be cautious. but when the responsibility is with the driver to make sure the way is clear,

Posted by Andie Jun 4 '19, 08:59

victim blaming is not really helpful.

if the pedestrian is following the law and the signs, and gets run over, i'm not blaming them.

i am a pedestrian and i am very much aware that i need to pay attention, but, it would still be the driver's fault if someone hit me crossing on a green light.

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I understand, I also know it is much easier for me as a walker to take an extra second to look than for a driver - groiny Jun 4, 09:01 1
- sure, and when it is minus 30 and i am walking somewhere, and drivers expect me to wait for them at every corner, i am less empathetic. (more) -- (edited) - Andie Jun 4, 09:03

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i agree that pedestrians need to be cautious. but when the responsibility is with the driver to make sure the way is clear,

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