Category Archives: Taxicab

The Voice of DC Cab Drivers, May 22, 2011

Posted on May 22, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS, May 22, 2011 [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 Title 31 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations offers the legal framework that governs the taxicab industry. Wednesday, May … Continue reading →

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The Medallion Bill is Bad for Drivers and Passengers

Posted on May 17, 2011 by admin

Several councilmembers recently sponsored legislation that would bring taxicab medallions to the District of Columbia. If passed, the medallion bill will cause more than 4,000 drivers to lose their jobs.

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The Voice of DC Cab Drivers, May 15, 2011

Posted on May 16, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS, MAY 15, 2011: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 Welcome to The Voice of DC Cab Drivers brought to you by the Dominion of Cab Drivers, here on WUST … Continue reading →

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Transparency, DCTC Style: “NO TELEVISION CAMERAS. NO VIDEO TAPING. NO AUDIO TAPING.”

Posted on May 11, 2011 by admin

Listen to Dena Reed attempt to kick Fox5 photojournalist Jason Smith out of the March DCTC meeting [Audio clip: view full post to listen] The DCTC has a new policy regarding public meetings. “Without the express prior approval of the … Continue reading →

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The Voice of DC Cab Drivers, May 8, 2011

Posted on May 9, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS, MAY 8: [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 Welcome to The Voice of DC Cab Drivers brought to you by the Dominion of Cab Drivers, here on WUST 1120 … Continue reading →

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The Voice of DC Cab Drivers, Sunday, May 1, 2011

Posted on May 2, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 Welcome to “The Voice of DC Cab Drivers,” brought to you by the Dominion of Cab Drivers, here on WUST 1120 AM. I’m … Continue reading →

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Mayor Gray Fires D.C. Taxicab Commission Chair Leon Swain

Posted on April 29, 2011 by admin

Leon Swain is no longer chair of the D.C. Taxicab Commission. A press release from Mayor Gray’s office stated, “City Administrator Allen Y. Lew informed Mr. Swain at close of business April 26 that he would not be reappointed and … Continue reading →

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The Voice of DC Cab Drivers, April 10, 2011

Posted on April 14, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 “It’s just amazing to me that a lot of people that are not involved [with the taxicab industry] can sit and decide on … Continue reading →

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“The Voice of DC Cab Drivers” Returns to the Air

Posted on April 7, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE VOICE OF DC CAB DRIVERS [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 “The Voice of DC Cab Drivers” can be heard Sundays from 7:00 – 8:00 PM on WUST 1120 AM (or at wust1120.com or … Continue reading →

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Xenophobia and Taxicab Medallions

Posted on April 1, 2011 by admin

LISTEN TO THE RALLY AT THE WILSON BUILDING [Audio clip: view full post to listen] download mp3 John Ray, a lobbyist and former D.C. councilmember, does not represent the interests of D.C. taxicab drivers. And he’s clear on that. Sort … Continue reading →

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