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MBTA’s ‘aggressive’ year-long bus driver hiring campaign failed. Black and Hispanic riders are paying the price.

Por: The Boston Globe Nation January 26, 2023

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Just over a year ago, the due to a driver shortage, forcing people to wait longer at bus stops in the heat, rain, cold, and snow, and lengthening their commutes.The cuts deepened during 2022, as the agency struggled to find enough drivers to operate its scheduled bus service. To attract applicants, the T launched an ad campaign, increased its tuition reimbursement, added a $4,500 signing bonus, and eliminated a commercial drivers license... + full article



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