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Originally Posted by SFBruin
Okay, fair enough. A BART-style system in Seattle is not impossible. I still feel like it is less than ideal.
Seattle is currently building a regional light rail system that is somewhat effective. I think that combining that with an electrified commuter rail system between Everett and Tacoma, maybe with a diesel extension to Olympia, makes the most sense for the region.
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Light rail really covers a broad range of characteristics and isn't a singular concept, but I will say Link is probably the most "metro-like" of American light rail systems. Long platforms, 8-car trains, and almost complete grade separation is planned for all the future extensions after the initial segment on MLK.