Obama calls on Congress to redouble efforts to rebuild infrastructure . He proposes high-speed rail ; repairing roads and bridges ; more internet access . So far , the Department of Transportation has awarded $ 8 billion as a `` down payment '' to begin developing projects in at least a dozen states . President : " We need a new American energy policy that will create millions of jobs, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, and help us wean ourselves off the Middle East's endless wars. Critic : Using freight lines for high-speed rail could cost tens of billions per year .
Obama calls on Congress to redouble efforts to rebuild infrastructure . He proposes high-speed rail ; repairing roads and bridges ; more internet access . President : " We need a new American energy policy that will create millions of jobs, reduce our dependence on foreign oil, and help us wean ourselves off the Middle East's endless wars. Critic : Using freight lines for high-speed rail could cost tens of billions per year .