Ido a lot of road trips.

We Hargers just got back from a trip across New York State, and I have to say, I was actually looking forward to stopping at the rest areas. I know, who says that?

If you haven’t been to one in the Empire State, picture this: you pull off the thruway, and you’re greeted by a huge, clean, well-lit building. There’s an actual food court, hot coffee, sparkling clean restrooms, a fast food restaurant, a convenience store with real snacks, and — get this — gas pumps and electric chargers right out front.

Some stops even have local produce and a playground for the kids. Compare that to what we get in Washington.

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