Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has delivered a decisive blow against radical LGBTQ activism by calling for the removal of rainbow crosswalks across the nation. As “Pride Month” wraps up, this move is a bold reaffirmation of American values and a stark rejection of political distractions on our roadways.
In a forceful letter directed to all 50 state governors, the mayor of D.C., and Puerto Rico’s governor, Duffy stated, “Roads are for safety, not political messages or artwork.” His message is clear: safety on our roads must come first. He firmly urged governors to eliminate any visual distractions that could jeopardize the safety of American drivers.
Too many Americans fall victim to traffic fatalities, with last year witnessing 39,345 deaths on our roads. Duffy rightly characterized this statistic as “unacceptable.” His commitment extends beyond mere words; he offered the full support of the Transportation Department to help communities enhance road safety and navigability.
Duffy’s initiative is part of the SAFE ROADS program, which focuses on improving conditions on non-freeway arterials, the stretches of road where the majority of fatalities occur. He emphasizes that this analysis includes a thorough review of intersections and the functionality of traffic control devices, without the infusion of political symbols. The directive to discard rainbow crosswalks is a critical aspect of this plan.
Under Duffy’s leadership, each state’s transportation department is required to compile a list of high-priority arterial segments that need urgent attention for safety compliance. This expectation is not merely a suggestion; it’s a directive with a clear timeline for action.
Leftist cities have overstepped by transforming roads into political battlegrounds, trivializing tragic issues by using them for virtue signaling. Cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Atlanta have shamefully adopted rainbow crosswalks, but that phase is coming to an end under Duffy’s vigilant watch.
With unwavering determination, Duffy concluded, “With our shared goals of moving people and goods safely and efficiently, we can make the expectation that all Americans make it home safely and on time a reality.” It’s time to prioritize safety over performative politics. Duffy’s leadership is a necessary safeguard for the American people, ensuring that our roads are maintained for their true purpose: the secure movement of citizens.
