There was a previous article[0]&#x2F;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.<p>I like this new map better though - HSR makes the most sense for medium-distant transit. The Mid-Atlantic&#x2F;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.<p>[0]: <a href="http:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.nytimes.com&#x2F;2016&#x2F;04&#x2F;17&#x2F;opinion&#x2F;sunday&#x2F;a-new-map-for-america.html" rel="nofollow">http:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.nytimes.com&#x2F;2016&#x2F;04&#x2F;17&#x2F;opinion&#x2F;sunday&#x2F;a-new-map-f...</a>
[1]: <a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;news.ycombinator.com&#x2F;item?id=11506446" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;news.ycombinator.com&#x2F;item?id=11506446</a>