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Sometimes they were happy where they live because it wasn't a dystopia.

and would only take me 15 hours to get home to Houston from Seattle instead of 4 by air!

But you're unlikely to demand something you haven't actually experienced, and have no practical knowledge of. The US used to be the world's greatest rail nation. Today, 98% of Americans have never set foot on an intercity train.

that train looks unbelievably amazing

High speed rails would revolutionise any travel experience. Meanwhile in Norway this train is stuck having to drive at a measly 20km/h, because politicians cannot be bothered to fund a proper tunnel. Reminder this is a regional main train route...

In Advanced Countries, Train companies wouldn't allow suspension of services between 21st and 29th of December. (UK Midland Mainline-yes I know there are bus services to bridge the gap but a 1hr10m journey taking nearly 3hrs?)