Jonathan English, a transit expert at the NYU Marron Institute, and Jerusalem Dempsis, a policy reporter for Vox.com, dive into the complexities of high-speed rail in America. They discuss the historical context and obstacles like bureaucracy and funding that hinder progress. The conversation highlights California's ambitious initiatives while contrasting them with successful international models. They also touch on the high costs of construction, caused by legal delays and regulatory issues, ultimately calling for better policies to improve public transit amidst growing urban challenges.
