Improvements to U.S. transportation infrastructure and aviation safety systems are indisputable ways to “make America great again,” but unfortunately very little is being done.

Recent reports found many major bridges need significant structural upgrades to withstand collisions with the humongous cargo ships that did not exist when the bridges were built. Thousands more require major repairs due to age or corrosion.

Aviation control and safety systems have not kept up with the increased air traffic, resulting in more frequent near collisions and tragic fatal accidents.

Coastal cities must contend with the indisputable, gradual increase in ocean levels that will cause damaging, frequent flooding problems.

The Trump administration would garner widespread support from all quarters by pursuing these kinds of improvements to our country. We have so much that needs to be done within the current 50 states, but little to nothing is being accomplished.

What sense does it make to add Greenland, or Canada, or the Panama Canal, or Gaza to the places that also have untold needs? Not to mention that the residents of these places want no part of becoming part of the U.S.

Imagine the economic and employment boom that would arise from a large national infrastructure upgrade program. Not just in the design and construction of these projects, but also in the manufacturing of all the materials and equipment required for this work.

All of it would be “Made in America,” and would improve the quality of life for everyone for a very long time.

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