Jimmy Carter

“ Throughout the history of the United States, our progress as a Nation has been closely tied to our progress in transportation.
As the Nation grew, so did its need for mobility. In the last century, this need was well served by expanding networks of railroads and canals. Today, the need is served by a broader range of systems, including motor vehicles and aircraft.
The generations of men and women who pioneered these systems stand high in the ranks of those who made America great. ”

“ But new demands are constantly being made on our capacity to move people and the goods they produce. Today's systems must change if they are to handle the demographic changes and the energy problems of tomorrow.
Once again we look to the people in our transportation industry to innovate-and to provide rapid, dependable, safe and efficient transportation to meet the needs of the future. ”