Opinion: Why Urbanists Should Support Plant-Forward Policies
Your plate is political, just like your choice to pedal instead of drive. And often, transportation and food politics have powerful intersections.
By
Alex Cragun
9:01 PM PST on December 25, 2025
Your plate is political, just like your choice to pedal instead of drive. And often, transportation and food politics have powerful intersections.
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