The Right to Walk

Cambridge's anti-jaywalking law, which goes into effect next month, is based on the false proposition that the speedy movement of traffic is what everyone wants. Traffic Commissioner Rudolph's plan will probably move more automobiles through the Square more quickly than at present but at the expense of one of Cambridge's most endearing traditions: the freedom to walk where one likes. Policemen will be able to ticket pedestrians who venture outside crosswalks, which despite luminous paint are now virtually invisible. Hurried motorists will be able to run down errant pedestrians and worry less about paying damages.

Till the end of May, Cambridge will remain one of the last strongholds of the human being in his constant struggle against the automobile. It should continue to be one.