I worked for a decade in city planning, and I've watched bike lanes get torn out twice due to political pressure. But the data on cycle infrastructure is clear: protected lanes reduce injuries by up to 44% and boost local retail sales by as much as 30%. So should public officials disregard loud minority opposition and prioritize evidence-based cycling policies? Of course, there are cost and cultural barriers, but we can't let a few vocal residents overrule what benefits the majority.