Deconstructing our infrastructure: one quarter of U.S. bridges need repairs

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A year ago this Friday, Minnesota’s I-35W Mississippi River bridge collapsed. Now a report released by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials says nearly a quarter of all bridges are in need of serious repair or should just be replaced altogether. With the need identified, who can pay for the repairs? Guest: Sea Stachura, reporter for Minnesota Public Radio

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