Government mismanagement of roads isn't just about potholes—it's about principles. When bureaucracy grips the steering wheel, roads bloat under misallocation, fueling congestion. In many places, from the hedged-in highways of the USA to Europe's bustling bridges, the disconnect between supply and demand is clear. Government-built roads, despite their lengths and lanes, can't match the intricate dance of consumer demand. It's irony on wheels—paving the path to gridlock. Only through decentralized decision-making and incentives can clear roads be on the horizon. Free markets might just be the miracle this traffic nightmare needs.