The US states are no more autonomous than the analogous regions in many countries. For example, Madrid's transport system is controlled regionally in a way tha

The US states are no more autonomous than the analogous regions in many countries. For example, Madrid's transport system is controlled regionally in a way that involves region, city, and private entities and is far better than anything in the US (NYC included). The US has institutionalized and legalized practices that are viewed as corruption in most countries and this becomes very evident in regards to public contracts and public works.