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How “free” is driving if you require a license from the state to do it, and to register with the state all the implements of doing it, and must pay taxes to the state for every mile you go (gas tax), and can only drive on government approved rights of way?

You are really at the total mercy of the state when it comes to travel if you rely only on your car.

OTOH, public conveyances (trains, planes, buses) can be used by all without any governmental distraint.

Its bizzarre that people have such a backwards view of “freedom” as what you expressed, but, well, there you have it. Socialism and legal restraint is “freedom” and freedom using conveyance provided by private corporations is being constrained.

(trains, planes, buses) can be used by all without any governmental distraint.

Really? When's the last time you flew? 1965? Take off your shoes, get searched, can't carry a gun, can't carry SHAMPOO for crying out loud!

I meant freedom as not having to follow tracks. I know driving is not a right but a privilege. But you are free to go where you want. Believe it or not, everyone will not have easy access to these stations.
If you think rail travel gives you more access to the state than a car. I hope you like walking or paying for a cab.
You think ticket sales will pay for the construction and upkeep of these rails.
If you do , you better wake up and smell the taxes.