Comment by magicalist

> This is what I mean about theory vs reality

> Sure, theoretically the rules say they shouldn't do that but that's not how reality works.

Do you have any evidence for this or are you just making this up as you type? Because it's a bit rich to be harping about "reality" otherwise.

A large body of research supports traffic calming measures for pedestrian safety and to increase driver awareness. A four-way stop intersection surrounded by intersections that also have stop signs (as indicated by the article) would fit that bill.