` Who says America does not have a pent-up demand ? '' NEW : Obama administration gives out $ 2 billion for high-speed rail projects . Comment: This comes after Florida authorities reject $ 2 billion for an Orlando-to-Tampa line . Obama wants 80 % of Americans to have access to high-speed rail within 25 years . Critics contend the project is wasteful and will do little to boost economic competitiveness .
NEW : Obama administration gives out $ 2 billion for high-speed rail projects . Comment: This comes after Florida authorities reject $ 2 billion for an Orlando-to-Tampa line . Obama wants 80 % of Americans to have access to high-speed rail within 25 years . Critics contend the project is wasteful and will do little to boost economic competitiveness .