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[–] [email protected] 84 points 1 month ago (38 children)

Walking on them is literally the entire purpose of sidewalks. I mean its right there in the name. This picture is exactly why - so they're safe from cars and don't obstruct drivers. Your opinion of cars is completely immaterial when determining who is being reasonable in this context.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 month ago

I couldnt disagree more with you. If there are pedestrians nearby you drive slow and keep your distance regardless of where you drive.

The same goes for pedestrians, though. Don't walk where it's not safe, for everyones safety. Like the interstate. It's a shared responsibility.

This, however, is in the middle of a neighborhood where a ball and a kid could come flying at moments notice...

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