Originally Posted by
roadiejorge
I find it interesting when religious groups place the blame on other people to mask their own weak will at resisting temptations cited in their religious texts; if you're not supposed to stare at members of the opposite sex then it's up to you not to do so. The Hasidic community is a pretty closed off group but the city keeps growing and culture clashes like this are probably going to continue. I respect the rights of people to practice their religions but they too have to be mindful of the fact they do not live in a city that shares the same beliefs and while neighborhoods might be composed of certain ethnic/religious groups it doesn't make it "theirs" legally. Paint the lines back and if they don't want to look at people on the bike lane they can build walls on the curbs.
Well written.
I used to live in Lancaster, PA. As many members on this forum have seen first hand, there is a lot of scenic riding among the Amish and Mennonite farming communities. While riding, I would often have to dodge the "Amish exhaust" from the buggies. It was especially fun on damp days when there would be a lot of spray from the back wheel of a rider in front. However, it never occurred to me to try and make another group change their way of life because of how I chose to live mine. Instead I minded my own business and kept my wheels where they belonged.