As election night approaches, community members are knocking on doors and making phone calls, enthusiastically trying to engage voters. Many are finalizing their plans while awaiting the results of an election that seems to be one of the most important moments of our lives. The decisions made in this election will shape our country for years to come.

While we remain cautiously optimistic about the results, it is crucial that we begin to prepare for a transition and a new administration. Ordinary Americans are ready to move forward with their lives and look forward to a future filled with hope and opportunity. They aspire to pursue the American dream, whether that means going back to school, buying a home, getting married, starting a family, or planning a comfortable retirement, all of which requires mobility. Each of these dreams is an essential part of our society, representing the ambitions and desires of hard-working individuals.

Achieving these goals requires not only enthusiasm, but also a very sophisticated and robust national mobility plan. This initiative should extend beyond just public transportation infrastructure; it must provide guidance and a comprehensive framework that links mobility to all aspects of life, including employment, housing and education. Mobility is not limited to simply moving from one place to another; it encompasses the movement of people, goods and information and constitutes a vital artery for our economy and our quality of life.

Those of us who work in the mobility sector recognize the importance of collaboration between engineers, urban planners and social scientists. We must address public opinion and the historical neglect that marginalized communities have faced for decades. Many people feel trapped in neighborhoods with inadequate sidewalks, poor drainage systems, insufficient street lighting, and numerous barriers to accessing public transportation. The lack of investment in these areas has put a damper on the hopes and dreams of countless citizens.

It is time to fundamentally change our vision of mobility. We need to appreciate a whole-of-government approach that connects different sectors: transport, housing, energy, trade, health and education. By working together, we can eradicate the ignorance that often surrounds mobility issues. This requires integrating mobility education into the school curriculum from an early age, making it a crucial part of all federal initiatives regarding housing and access to health care.

Additionally, we need to invest in modern technologies that improve our mobility landscape. From drones to autonomous vehicles, including electrification and connected mobility, we all want to get involved and benefit from these innovations. They have the potential to revolutionize the way we perceive and experience movement in our communities. It is my sincere hope that these transformative elements will be prioritized as part of the new administration’s 100-day plan, paving the way for a prosperous nation that values ​​accessibility and connectivity for all its citizens.

In conclusion, we want a president who understands the struggles and aspirations of ordinary Americans and prioritizes an inclusive approach to national mobility. By focusing on these critical areas, we can work towards a future where everyone has the opportunity to realize their dreams, improving our collective quality of life and fostering a more equitable society.

Transport is mobility and mobility is freedom.