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We have spent far too much time in this country fighting endless battles over airport expansion and far too little investing in the kind of high-speed rail that can solve the problem. Rae André is one of the first to address this issue and she does it well. —Michael S. Dukakis, Vice-Chairman of the Board, Amtrak; former Governor of Massachusetts Noise and carcinogens rain down on communities, destroying the quality of life. The aviation industry promotes the noisiest, dirtiest and most inefficient mode of transportation and billions of taxpayer dollars each year subsidize it. It is time to take back our skies, and our dollars, to invest in transportation that is quieter, cleaner, more efficient and more community friendly. Rae André’s blueprint for more livable communities and more sustainable transportation alternatives is a must read for anyone concerned about peace and quiet. —Les Blomberg, Executive Director, Noise Pollution Clearinghouse Take Back the Sky shows the inner workings of the airport expansionists. It is important because the aviation industry is so powerful that communities must work together. It brings in so many very interesting details that even an expert can learn from it. —Jack Saporito, Executive Director, Alliance of Residents Concerning O’Hare