High-speed rail networks are fast train systems that connect major cities, providing a quick and efficient alternative to car and air travel. Proponents argue that it can reduce travel times, lower carbon emissions, and stimulate economic growth through improved connectivity. Opponents argue that it requires significant investment, may not attract enough users, and funds could be better used elsewhere.
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Response rates from 217k America voters.
73% Yes |
27% No |
73% Yes |
27% No |
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Unique answers from America voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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Yes, but only in areas where such a development is economically beneficial, such as the northeast corridor.
@9L4Z23B 9mos9MO
Yes, the federal government should issue grants and PABs for states with projects on designated high speed corridors (186+ MPH MAS, 155 MPH Average Speed) and higher speed corridors (110-125 MPH MAS, 90-110 MPH Average Speed). States should utilize P3s to help increase efficiency of project development
@9NNC8HX8mos8MO
Yes, if they get rid of other public transportation as a way to replace it and truly make its impact effective
@9WSQRB53mos3MO
Yes, the government should build and operate them with provisions for lifetime funding and absolute protection against privatization.
@9X682Q63mos3MO
Depends on the area, most of the united states wouldn't benefit from rail networks and is much more reliant on cars. The government should focus instead on improving electric charging infrastructure
@9X9Q7KB3mos3MO
This is a silly idea in our country. This method of transportation works in other countries because they're small. This would not work in the United States because we are geographically massive.
@9STNQFM5mos5MO
Not at this time, as the money that would be used to fund this network could be placed somewhere else
@B2PMTB46 days6D
Possibly. If we're talking about high capacity long distance routes, particularly in the Northeast and Silicon Valley. If we are going to insist on in office workforces, the qualified workforce may not be located near the job centers due to housing costs.
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