There was a previous article[0]/discussion[1] on HN that contained a similar map of proposed high speed rail lines. This previous map made less sense because it

There was a previous article[0]/discussion[1] on HN that contained a similar map of proposed high speed rail lines. This previous map made less sense because it encouraged building out new HSR lines across the vast expanses on the American midwest. I like this new map better though - HSR makes the most sense for medium-distant transit. The Mid-Atlantic/New England area is a perfect example of a region where a lot of mid-distance travel happens. The current rail lines are okay but not fantastic and improved lines would be a positive for travelers. [0]: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/17/opinion/sunday/a-new-map-for-america.html http://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/17/opinion/sunday/a-new-map-f... [1]: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=11506446 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=11506446