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Viewing “creating jobs” as a primary function of the federal government is the reason the federal government can never get anything done.
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RT @Pollytrott
Our nation needs a safe, equitable and environmentally sustainable transportation system that creates jobs and supports economic recovery. Looking forward to working alongside @PeteButtigieg and the USDOT team to build back better.
buildbackbetter.gov/press-rele
twitter.com/Pollytrott/status/

How are we going to stop building highways when doing so “destroys jobs”?

How are we going to reform train crew staffing requirements when “reform” is just a code word for “destroying jobs”?

Being able to do more with less work is the foundation of progress. When your stated goals are directly opposed to that, you shouldn’t be surprised when you get no (or negative) progress!

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