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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Braves first baseman Matt Olson (left) is greeted by Ronald Acuña Jr. after batting during the MLB Home Run Derby as part of the All-Star Game festivities on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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