New York City residents are voicing strong opposition to the city’s congestion pricing policy, citing increased traffic and higher costs for essential goods. Drivers and taxi users report worse congestion than before the program’s implementation, with narrow lanes and double-parked trucks exacerbating the problem. Critics argue the policy unfairly burdens working-class residents and commercial vehicles, while suggesting it’s a government ‘scam’ to raise revenue. Concerns are also raised about the perceived protection of fare beaters on public transit while drivers face penalties. The policy’s effectiveness is questioned, with one reader invoking “Casablanca” to express disbelief that it hasn’t worked as intended and has instead raised prices for consumers.