People don't want to ride fucking trains. Unlike most of the world, we have plenty of space and live in houses with yards. Cars are king and always will be. Personal transportation »»»»» riding buses and trains filled with junkies and criminals.
Somewhat agree
Countries like France and Spain are the size of whoregon, so trains make sense
Regional high speed trains make sense. Portland/Seattle/Van. SD/LA/Bay Area/Sac. Texass Triangle. NE Corridor. Miami/Orlando/Tampa Bay. Some kind of Midwest thing involving Chicago, Detroit, Indy, Cin/Cle/Col. Getting onto a train is relatively hassle free, while going to an airport at least 90 minutes early for an hour flight is a pain in the ass.