“Trying to develop a rapid transit system...
“Trying to develop a rapid transit system in Los Angeles is like trying to put a diaper on a pigeon.”
--State Sen. H. L. Richardson (R-Glendora), opposing a bill clearing the way for construction of a portion of Metro Rail.
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