Maglev train from D.C. to N.Y. would face high hurdles

(Source: Politico, November 7, 2013)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A proposed maglev project that would whisk passengers from New York City to Washington, D.C., in only an hour raises many questions about financing, route siting, rights of way and other local concerns. And that doesn’t include the political issues around a line that could present a direct challenge to Amtrak’s crown jewel, its Northeast Corridor service.

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