My Ford Question
Mr. Alan Mullaly,
I had discussion with my partner a couple of years ago about the impact the car v.s the train had on the American society. My partner explained and pointed out to me that Ford and the other car companies essentially subsidized and directed the construction of municipalities to accommodate and sustain the viability of the motor vehicle, personal or otherwise through infrastructure, laws, sub-industries, and lifestyle. We, the human race, are heading toward a damning age of scarcity, no matter which way you cut it.
So here's my question,
Since you (Ford) have been king of the road since your inception, why not now take the majestic leap and not only to assist, but be the harbinger of sustainability? Specifically, since through 2 generations of blood, sweat, and tears, we gave you the road through education of the usage of the vehicle, laws protecting it, and our embracing it as symbol of our sovereignty, why not create jobs, decrease pollution, further protect the environment and teach anew a respect for our resources by supporting, leading, and manufacturing high-speed rail systems that would rival China, France, Germany, and Britain? It is my belief that this would at least allow Ford to remain at the top, be morally profitable, and garner a greater respect from those that are fighting for a sustainable future for mankind.
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