- “Investing in our infrastructure, and investing in our transportation pays big dividends.”
- “What we need is a smart transportation system equal to the needs of the 21st century, a system that reduces travel times and increases mobility, a system that reduces congestion and boosts productivity, a system that reduces destructive emissions and creates jobs…what we’re talking about is a vision for high speed rail in America.”
-President Barack Obama discussing the importance of a quality high speed rail system for America.
- “Most other countries, that have addressed this issue, have adopted high speed rail as the next generation high capacity, fast link between their major cities.”
- “We need to assess what 21st century transport links we are going to need”
-Transport Secretary Lord Adonis as he speaks about the transportation issues facing the United Kingdom over the next several years.
