[maratd]

> It's worth pointing out that the intent of transportation infrastructure isn't to turn a profit

It's also worth pointing out that transportation systems that do turn a profit are generally healthy and run well. It is difficult to turn a profit on a poorly run system.

> Expecting a profit is completely missing the point

On the contrary, expecting a profit is expecting excellence, which we should absolutely do. There is no reason not to have high standards and high expectations.