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In theory I agree, although in practice the experience is a lot different due to 1. less security theater (even in China, HSR security isn't as bad as American
by helen___keller 5y ago
In theory I agree, although in practice the experience is a lot different due to 1. less security theater (even in China, HSR security isn't as bad as American flights), 2. The vehicle itself is generally pleasant to ride on, as opposed to the turbulence, the takeoff/landing, and the air pressure that a passenger on a flight experiences, 3. It generally feels more scenic / touristy in the train because you can see the mountains and villages go by.
- nradov 5y agoOn most air routes severe turbulence is rare. Take off and landing only take a few minutes.
- jdavis703 5y agoChinese surveillance allows them to operate the equivalent of TSA PreCheck without having to do a background check on people.
- mikeblackson 5y agoWith all the public and private surveillance, the US can do something similar.