“The government is spending too much money on a train for city people. They didn't ask farmers. Farmers in Quebec lose land but get nothing out of it. Why should Quebec regions pay for this expensive toy?”
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A debate about a $90 billion high-speed rail project in Quebec. The Conservatives argued it will destroy farms and only benefit Liberal cronies, while the Liberals claimed it was part of their election platform and will create jobs and economic growth. The Liberals also argued that only a narrow 60 meter corridor would be taken and now is the time for the country's largest ever infrastructure project.
“They promised a train. The train has bureaucrats making big money. But no train. Now everyone has to pay thousands and farmers lose their land. I don't care if they voted for it. This train is a money hole.”