Originally Posted by Dahon.Steve

You have a point.

I still believe the system we have today works. It works for millions who live next to those rail lines and we really don't need to spend billions on a high speed network for cars or trains. Those high speed rail lines in Japan have come under attack because the fare box comes no where near of covering the cost to operate those trains. Speed comes at a tremendous price.

Our only high speed line (Amtrak's Accela) will never be profitable considering high fare box!

What is needed are livable communites where one can work, shop and live within walking distance. That is the ideal and it's far more affordable and realistic than building a high speed railroad or highway.