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Americans Willing To Pay To Get Rid Of Traffic

Posted by: Chris Steins
Thanks to: Linda LaSut
5 November 2004 - 11:00am

Despite concerns over the economy, most voters agreed to help pay for new rail systems, highways and bus routes.

"In cities and suburbs — small, large, red and blue — voters were united this week on one key issue: paying to get out of traffic jams. They approved almost 80% of transportation tax and bond measures... At least 23 of 31 ballot measures to launch or expand bus and rail lines in 11 states were approved... The price tag: more than $40 billion."

Full Story: Red state or blue, Americans sick of gridlock
Source: USA Today, November 5, 2004
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