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Rail system is feasible

There certainly are quite a few skeptics concerning the feasibility of having a successful rail transportation system in Florida and throughout the United States.

Don’t we deserve the same travel convenience that is available in England, France, Switzerland, Spain and even Canada? Don’t many of us take advantage of trains while visiting Europe and greatly enjoy their punctuality, speed, safety and comfort?

Isn’t it about time that we invested in a mass transportation system that helps reduce our dependence on fossil fuels? Isn’t it time that we have a workable train system? Don’t we deserve it? So let’s find the best way to make this a reality.

Harry Emilio Gottlieb, Coconut Grove

This story was originally published August 15, 2015 at 1:00 PM with the headline "Rail system is feasible."

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