Where is the Love?

      You are in your car driving one afternoon and you flip your blinker on. There is plenty of room for you to change lanes. All the sudden the car in the lane next to you speeds up, slams on his breaks, lays on the horn, and gives you the finger. Though you did everything you were supposed to, you still managed to piss off the guy riding your bumper. Unfortunately, this is the norm in today’s society.

      The simplest act can spark road rage in someone. Though many people lack proper mannerisms, this is especially an issue on the roads. Not only is rude driving a serious problem we see on a daily basis, but it can also be extremely dangerous. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aggressive driving is responsible for one-third of all accidents and about two-thirds of the resulting fatalities. This is an issue that has not been addressed nearly enough. 

      I propose that the police start issuing tickets when they see road rage occur. With the hefty fines, hopefully hazardous drives will realizes that their outbursts just aren’t necessary. If rage on the roads could be reduced, driving would be significantly safer. So next time a driver does something to make you mad, take a deep breath, relax, and just carry on.