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“Portal Bridge is based on a design from the 1840s and was already obsolete shortly after it was completed in 1910. It's a swing bridge that needs to be opened several times a week so barges can pass up and down the river. It takes about a half an hour. The problem is it fails to lock back into place on a regular basis.”

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Ray LaHood, born on December 6, 1945, is the former United States Secretary of Transportation. During his tenure, he championed significant reforms in transportation infrastructure and safety. Throughout his career, he held various important positions, including as a mayor, congressman, and businessman. more

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