Rail transport
The President’s Transportation Transformation
A year ago President Obama announced his plans for high speed rail lines and other cutting edge transportation for the nation. But after many defeats in Congress, including the de-funding of high-speed rail, the President’s transportation initiative suddenly seems less futuristic and more focused on rebuilding the old highways of the past. To answer where […]
Top of the Hour: More Molestation Allegations Against Sandusky, Morning Headlines
The New York Times is reporting that nearly 10 more people have come forward with accusations against former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky. The Takeaway’s Digital Editor Ben Johnson also joined us from Zuccotti Park for an update on the eviction.
150 Years on, China’s Rail Role Would Use U.S. Labor
Nearly 150 years ago America built the first transcontinental railroad, and 10,000 Chinese laborers used pickaxes to cut tunnels/rail-lines for just $30 per month. Now, President Obama is promoting high-speed rail, and the Chinese are again involved.