Build a light-rail line and take back our streets

By , Guest Columnist Published: July 06, 2019 4:00 AM CT
Guest Columnist

David Gourley

David Gourley is a graduate of White Station High School and Tulane University, where he majored in political science. A former student of Erika Sugarmon's government class at White Station, he is a volunteer for her Memphis City Council campaign.

Our abundant existing rail infrastructure could provide key routes in a future light-rail service. A light-rail line connecting the airport to Downtown would make Memphis more attractive as a tourist destination and bring more business conventions and sporting events.

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