Working on the "driving" part of the "drinking and driving" equation
Matt Y. and Atrios both commented today on one of the most ludicrous examples of how car-centric culture and laws are out of control---mandatory bar-parking. For instance, Long Beach, CA requires 20 parking spaces for every 1,000 sq. ft. of tavern floor. Unless you're a complete Pollyanna, there is no doubt that the more that people use cars to get to and from bars, the more drunk driving there will be.