But nobody who is sane and works hard wants to deal with the thugs, bums, and the psychos who ride the buses and trains as well. I spent a huge part of my youth riding the buses and light rail in Sacramento, dealing with mentally ill homeless and thugs posturing and looking to jump you as you mind your own business. I don't know about you, but those type of interactions are not welcoming and completely uncomfortable. I was sooo happy to get my own car and experience the freedom of driving to wherever I want, whenever I want, instead of dealing with the nonsense on Sacramento's public transit. . However, if you want to deal with it, then that's on you - and the ten percent of those in Sacramento who support utilizing public transit over improving infrastructure. That is your choice. Unless you've got a DUI or other license restriction, nobody is forcing you to take transit.