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The truth is that this project would be far too costly to taxpayers, and I believe the risk far outweighs the benefits.
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011

Open quoteThe truth is that this project would be far too costly to taxpayers, and I believe the risk far outweighs the benefits.Close quote

  • GOV. RICK SCOTT,
  • of Florida, rejecting plans — and $2 billion in federal funds — for a high speed rail line between Tampa and Orlando; Florida is the third state to return funds for high speed rail, a signature project of the Obama Administration
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