Transit advocate practices what she preaches Miller Many Americans were outraged when gas prices started to top $3 a gallon in the spring of 2006. Virginia Miller of the American Public Transportation Association saw an opportunity. She launched the first National Dump the Pump Day, encouraging people to park their cars and take a bus or train instead. "People loved the idea. From the very first year it's been a huge success," said Miller, senior manager of media relations. The eighth annual day to dump is June 20. Last year, at least 144 transportation systems participated. APTA sets the date each year and provides a tool kit, but local systems customize campaigns… Read More