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Which Way, L.A.?

Trouble on the Tracks for High-Speed Rail

Some states are returning federal money for high-speed rail, claiming it’s a boondoggle that taxpayers can’t afford. In California, even some supporters have their doubts now that the first segment is scheduled for the Central Valley—far from the terminals in LA and San Francisco.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Some states are returning federal money for high-speed rail, claiming it’s a boondoggle that taxpayers can’t afford. In California, even some supporters have their doubts now that the first segment is scheduled for the Central Valley—far from the terminals in LA and San Francisco. Tonight, we’ll hear about a plan to replace political appointees who make the decisions with experts in all the specialties involved.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Alan Lowenthal

      Chairman, State Senate Transportation and Housing Committee

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      Quentin Kopp

      California High Speed Rail Authority Board (formerly)

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