Opinion: Italy’s Proposed Phone Ban While Crossing Streets Should Extend Further

Italy may ban staring at your phone while crossing the street. Why stop there? | Dave Schilling

The move sends the right signal. While we’re at it, can we ban using ringtones and scooting on the sidewalk? Imagine driving in Italy, with its narrow, cobblestone streets and scooter enthusiasts. I find it hard enough to drive in Los Angeles, a city designed specifically with the automobile in mind. I’d probably squash a pedestrian or two trying to navigate Italian roads. The modern world is just too hectic for the ancient streets of Europe, so Italy is considering doing the only sensible th...

By Dave Schilling