VOICED : La guerra al carruaje de Nueva York

For 150 years, horse-drawn carriages have been a staple in Central Park, New York. However, their future is uncertain as Mayor Bill de Blasio aims to replace them with electric cars, citing horse welfare concerns. The public views these carriages as iconic, akin to the Statue of Liberty. The New York Class group supports the transition, highlighting the unsafe conditions for horses in city traffic. Despite this, stable owners argue that horses receive proper care and legal protections. The proposal to phase out carriages in three years awaits municipal approval, indicating a lengthy legislative journey.

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