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Guest article: A journal of my year placing signs at every fatal traffic crash site

Road safety activist Sarah Risser reflects on visits to dozens of fatal crash sites.

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January 16, 2025

Guest Contributor

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Bikers and walkers aren’t ‘vulnerable’, drivers are dangerous

The term ‘vulnerable roadway user’ draws attention to the symptom when more focus is needed on the source of danger.

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April 26, 2024

Guest Contributor

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Podcast: Crash survivor and safety advocate Sarah Risser

Risser’s grief has become a personal campaign to help others turn loss into activism for change.

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March 1, 2024

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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Ghost bike installed for Jason Ruhmshottel

His family doesn’t want their tragedy to be forgotten.

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February 9, 2024

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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