I feel that driving should no longer be considered a privilege granted by big brother. Places other than large urban centers do not have sufficient and affordable public transportation to support a large driverless community. Today, driving is so essential to our lives, that it should be considered almost a basic right, imo. Seniors would be unfairly discriminated against, and many would be virtually imprisoned in their homes. Daily outings that most of us take for granted, such as grocery shopping, doctor visits, bank stops, general shopping, eating out, become major logistical issues when one isn't allowed to drive. Many elderly (that's right, I used the E word) do not have a partner, children or friends for a dependable transportation support system. It is easy to say others should not be allowed to drive. It's another thing to accept it when it's your time. I don't begrudge these elderly people holding onto their access to the world; they may present additional risk behind the wheel. But no more than those on their cell phone, or dialing a number while driving (which I see virtually everyday). Or the speeding golfer late for a tee time. Or the person pulling out of McDonalds with a hamburger in one hand and a drink in the other. There are many daily behaviors on the roads that pose an unnecessary risk to others. Don't single out elderly people who really have no choice regarding their failing health and diminishing function.
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