In Baltimore there is a sub-culture where mostly Black people have created there own "taxi cab" service. Essentially, the idea is that anyone that needs a ride would pay a fraction of the cost of ...
In Baltimore there is a sub-culture where mostly Black people have created there own "taxi cab" service. Essentially, the idea is that anyone that needs a ride would pay a fraction of the cost of a normal cab ride to anyone who would take them where they need to go. For example, a normal cab ride from the East side of Baltimore to Downtown Baltimore would cost any where from $15 - $20; however, if a person would take that same ride in a "Hack" it would run anywhere from $8 - $10.
Strange? Well it's true. To most living outside of Baltimore this sub culture has the most glaring issue at the forefront - - Safety!!! Besides being illegal, safety is a major concern. Many people giving and taking "Hacks" are constantly in danger; however there are rules to the game. This film explores those rules. Besides, we get a history of "Hacking," which began as a means of short distance drug trafficking. We also hear how the city combats "Hacking" efforts and how "Hacking" has become a lucrative self-employment. Many companies realize this and have recently begun sub-set taxi services to attract some of those dollar signs...
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yea I see hacking all the time on the street, no matter where your at, tou somebody hacking. Nah man, its all about protecting somebodys pocket with oil money
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it's not just baltimore