How should the new Atlanta Streetcar system be measured after two months? And should it be measured at all at this early stage of the game? Those questions are addressed in our latest pro/con. Today, the city’s streetcar chief fires back at news reports that ridership numbers were falling short of projections, questioning the methodology used. In our second column, a transportation analyst suggests money for the streetcar would be better utilized beefing up bus service.

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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