In response to 2, there actuallly was no transit strike, the MTA settled like everyone predicted. There was that threat, so yes, that may have contributed, but there was actually no strike so people could physically come by public transportation.
I think the real problem was promotion, which includes knowledge of the focus of the event.
But aside from the turnout, I also thought it was great show - I had a good time and felt very encouraged by the strength of the community.
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In response to 2, there actuallly was no transit strike, the MTA settled like everyone predicted.
There was that threat, so yes, that may have contributed, but there was actually no strike so people could physically come by public transportation.
I think the real problem was promotion, which includes knowledge of the focus of the event.
But aside from the turnout, I also thought it was great show - I had a good time and felt very encouraged by the strength of the community.