Last night, I went to a public hearing about new chauffeuring/ride sharing regulations being prop...
Last night, I went to a public hearing about new chauffeuring/ride sharing regulations being proposed in Des Moines and left blown away by the overwhelming, diverse response pushing back on the city. Great job, neighbors.
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I'm all for pushing back against the monopoly-maintaining policies of DSM in regards to taxis. However, I can't stand behind Uber and their misogynist and downright shady business practices. The app has been deleted from my phone.
Jon Thompson posted
I wanted to be there but couldn't make it. Glad to know it was a good turnout!
Brett Burns posted
Congrats, Jon! Thanks for the update!
Kevin Switzer posted
No problem Kevin. I've sent the TPS report you've requested. It should be in your fax machine.
Jon Thompson posted
Jon - if you don't want to support misogynistic companies in the tech industry, you might end up with a phone with very few apps
Alexander Grgurich posted
I get that. Uber is particularly bad, and in my mind at the moment with the shit they pulled on Sarah Lacy, as well as the legal, yet horrible tactics they're using to quell competition.
Jon Thompson posted
Uber is huge in Denver!
Jillian Cowden Troupe posted
Great. Now Jon has to boycott Denver too!
Kevin Switzer posted
The ordinance would not just be an Uber ordinance, it would also govern other companies like Lyft, so it's important to remember that when crafting policy.
Alexander Grgurich posted
I agree Alexander , I have been in favor of fixing our screwed up taxi regulations for years now
Jon Thompson posted
To light more of a fire here... don't penalize the drivers for acts of morons up top. Use uber, and complain after every uber ride in comments section.
Cameron Webb posted
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