Stimulus-funded high-speed rail project late on arrival

The World

It was to be one of the national Stimulus package’s proudest shovel-ready projects; high-speed rail lines brought to Florida and California. But a year after its announcement, both states continue to struggle with local issues of planning and economy. We’re joined by Public Radio transportation reporter Collin Campbell, who tells us more about how the projects are running into trouble.

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