Why is the Trump administration calling bike lanes ‘DEI’? | Dave Schilling

The Trump administration has been making headlines for referring to bike lanes as "DEI." For someone who cannot ride a bike, this terminology is puzzling. Dave Schilling, a Los Angeles-based writer and humorist, finds himself without gasoline in his car, unable to take to the road as his main mode of transportation. The rising cost of fuel has left his vehicle with a meager supply, prompting him to rely on public transit or, as a last resort, a bicycle.

Not being able to ride a bike is not a result of Schilling's adventurous spirit, reminiscent of Austin Powers, but rather a consequence of his financial circumstances. With no pressing need to ride a bike, he finds himself stuck at home, his car idling and his bank account dwindling.

For many Americans, cycling is a common and practical mode of transportation. It can be disheartening to admit that a skill once considered basic has become so trivial that it has become a common idiom. Schilling, despite his best efforts, cannot even attempt to ride a bike, leaving him feeling humiliated and vulnerable. The term "DEI" used to describe bike lanes is a perplexing choice for the administration, leaving many scratching their heads.