Gotham’s tyrannical ‘bike kings’ are taking over the city
New York City is facing challenges with crime and infrastructure, yet the focus has shifted to expanding bike lanes. Critics argue that the Department of Transportation's plans prioritize cyclists over the needs of drivers and pedestrians. Many residents are voicing concerns about increased congestion and reduced access due to these changes.
- ▪The Department of Transportation is implementing street redesigns that favor cyclists over cars.
- ▪Residents in neighborhoods like the Upper West Side and Astoria are protesting against new bike lanes due to concerns about congestion and access.
- ▪Local businesses and emergency services are worried that reduced lanes will hinder their operations.
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Wai Wah Chin Opinion Gotham’s tyrannical ‘bike kings’ are taking over the city By Wai Wah Chin Published May 17, 2026, 11:28 a.m. ET Cyclists participating in the Five Boro Bike Tour in Long Island City, Queens on May 3, 2026. Stephen Yang for NY Post New York City is dealing with elevated crime and disorder, failing and emptying schools, taxpayer flight and a fiscally crunched City Hall. But our ruling class is targeting the “real” emergency: not enough bike lanes. Cycling activists and their friends at the Department of Transportation have stepped up their crusade against the existential threat of the four-wheeled vehicle, imposing street-redesign plans on neighborhoods, whether residents want them or not. Let’s be clear. New Yorkers like bikes. Four wheels good, two wheels better.
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