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way of specifics.

“I can’t bring you jobs if you’re stuck in traffic all day,” said McAuliffe, who said that state leaders need to have “an honest discussion about revenue” before the state’s transportation problems can be addressed.

Revenue is also the pivotal issue in Moran’s transportation plans. “If you can find someone who will fix a bridge for free, let us know,” he quipped.

He backs a multifaceted approach — expanding freight and passenger rail service, using public-private partnerships and increasing telecommuting.

McDonnell said the state could get more for its transportation dollars if it focuses on using technology and doing more public-private partnerships, which he said are “vastly underused.”

“We need more innovative solutions like the HOT lanes” on Interstate 495, he said.

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