Dec 5, 2012
We are not going to stop, we are not going to be dissuaded by our detractors.
John Mica
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John Mica is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 7th congressional district from 1993 to 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Mica was known for his work on transportation and infrastructure issues, playing a significant role in shaping policies related to these areas during his tenure. He was also involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving the economy and supporting local businesses in Florida. Mica's long career in public service included a focus on constituent services and community engagement.
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Dec 5, 2012
I don't mind investing the money if we know how it is being spent, but to come and ask for more and we haven't been able to spend it.
Dec 5, 2012
Ms. Hahn when you see the mayor of Los Angeles, tell him what we need now is light rail to the airport and that is my continuing message to the city of Los Angeles.
Dec 5, 2012
I think Congress even took back some of the money that had been appropriated.
Dec 5, 2012
If the United States is going to maintain our position of economic leadership, we have to invest in the best infrastructure in the world.
Dec 5, 2012
We need to do it and get it done not in 30 years, but in a fraction of that time.
Dec 5, 2012
I tried to negotiate with the Governor and others and there were others other interests in the State that wanted to go all the way to Tampa.
Dec 5, 2012
I was interested to find the European Union is now opening, in a couple of years, all of the public transportation operations for high-speed and other rail service to the private sector.
Dec 5, 2012
The next generation of transportation is high-speed rail, and we are on track to accomplish it.
Dec 5, 2012
We have to change the law and some of the policy that we are in charge of in order to make things truly shovel-ready.
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