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Story summary
- Rainbow crosswalks are being removed in U.S. cities after a directive from Sean Duffy, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation.
- The memo seeks to eliminate 'political' artwork, prompting Florida and Texas to comply and risking funding for noncompliant municipalities.
- Atlanta and Chicago are defying the order, citing pedestrian safety benefits from colorful crosswalks.
- Studies show crosswalks reduce traffic incidents, while critics say removal prioritizes politics over safety.
