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“How does that solve the issue of blocking ambulances???”
Because they know ahead of time. Do you think ambulances are sitting there sirens blaring waiting for the parade to pass?
Moreover, if that were to happen, do you think the parade would keep on parading or pause to let them through?
(Though doubt his has happened, since as mentioned with permission it is announced beforehand)
“All it takes is a phone call and a few bucks.”
ding ding ding. Write this in bold letters, since you seem to have trouble with this simple point.
Nailed it! this is the key. Read it over and over until you absorb it
Make a phone call, get permission from our representatives (ie from us similar to the driveway analogy) and block all the streets you want for any reason you want .
that VERY SAME block part is wrong if they just wake up one morning and decide to block the the street for a party.