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471. Mayor Pete and Elaine Chao Hit the Road

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The Changing Landscape of American Infrastructure

This chapter explores the development of American road systems from the 1950s to the 1970s, focusing on the interplay between engineering complexity and environmental concerns. It also critiques the lack of cost-benefit analysis in infrastructure planning and sets the stage for future discussions on enhancing national infrastructure competitiveness.

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