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If a plane crashed on the other side of the world, it’s front page news. We’re killing a plane’s worth every day, and it’s been happening for decades.

North Dakota GOP Gov. Doug Burgum, referring to traffic fatalities in America. Since 2000, more than 600,000 have died in car crashes. The National Governors Association is making road funding and safety a priority this year.

North Dakota GOP Gov. Doug Burgum, referring to traffic fatalities in America. Since 2000, more than 600,000 have died in car crashes. The National Governors Association is making road funding and safety a priority this year.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.