Autos are an equal culprit

For a broader perspective (Critical Mass riders block ambulance, Aug. 1), reporter Bruce Owen might have reported on the frequency of emergency services delays caused by automobile traffic jams or unyielding motorists.

KYLE GESKE Winnipeg

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Cyclists cleared roadway

Re: Critical Mass riders block ambulance (Aug. 1).

It absolutely appalled me to read the article admonishing cyclists participating in Critical Mass for not clearing the way for an ambulance. I was there -- while I'm sure neither reporter Bruce Owen nor Winnipeg Police Service spokesperson Jacqueline Chaput were -- and I can state without hesitation that not only did we clear the roadway promptly, we did so in an exponentially more timely and efficient manner than a street full of cars would have been able to do.

How unfortunate that the image of such a positive movement be tainted by irresponsible, one-sided journalism.

KINNERET SHEETREET Winnipeg