Francis Williams III
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Francis Williams III
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Explorer of trails and transit lines. Advocate for walkable cities, greener policies, and mountain air over car exhaust. Hiking boots by weekend, urbanist at heart always. USMA '18 🇨🇦🇺🇲
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The Netherlands boasts over 35,000 km of separated cycle paths, half of which have been built since 1996. This (fairly recent) success is built on design principles which are embedded in urban planning and together form a deliberate, systematic approach to infrastructure design: youtu.be/pdsUjjncUp0
June 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Mount Denali was named for the Koyukon people who are native to Alaska and have referred to the mountain with this name for centuries.

Indigenous land should be protected, not further whitewashed.
Trump Renames Denali To Mount McKinley—Here’s What To Know
The tallest peak in North America has been named Denali since 2015 when its name was officially changed under former President Barack Obama.
www.forbes.com
January 22, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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When a city builds infrastructure that truly caters to all ages and abilities, the demographics on the streets shift, from mostly men to a vibrant mix of women and children.

Proper design ensures safety and comfort for everyone, not just those who are willing to brave discomfort.
January 3, 2025 at 1:44 PM