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Reece
Jan 13, 2026
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People are complex, nuanced beings. I cut my transit advocacy teeth in Metro Vancouver in my teens — circa 2012, advocating for light rail in Surrey and Langley. I had spent a lot of time in Portland, the light rail in Portland was snazzy, and the idea of having this in my hometown was really a dream.

Eventually though, I came around. Honestly, I liked …

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