[CydeWeys]

Where I ride it's usually taxi or other TLC vehicles just parked there, doing nothing. Usually on break or waiting for a pickup.

[ptaipale]

Yes, but even taxis aren't "driving to work", they are at work.

[CydeWeys]

They can be "at work" somewhere other than illegally parked in the bike lane waiting around or on break.

[ptaipale]

Of course they can, and should, but this does not make it relevant to bring in the argument "only 25% of people drive to work".

[CydeWeys]

I still don't understand how this is relevant. You are not allowed to park in bike lanes, full stop. It doesn't matter why you are going somewhere; it's still illegal regardless of whether you're going to work, or going shopping, or whatever.

Given that most people in Manhattan do not drive, it makes sense to prioritize non-drivers over drivers.