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Amtrak turns 45 today-why American passenger trains are so bad


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Posted 01 May 2016 - 09:53 AM

 

 

Amtrak turns 45 today, leaving many people wondering how is it that a rich and powerful country that was a pioneer in railroad adoption in the 19th century has such terrible passenger trains today.

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If the NEC were spun off as an independent entity — perhaps even a private company — then it could internalize the gains from improved service and seek private financing to make cost-effective investments.

As a business model, that's ridiculous.  The best way for Amtrak to improve is to become a 501 © (3) nonprofit.  By getting away from this congressional charade that it make a profit, the railroad will become nimble to adjust to market conditions and have greater opportunity to attract grants for capital improvements.

 

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Posted 18 May 2016 - 02:25 PM

 

 

As Amtrak turns 45, let’s look back at its humble beginnings

 

Amtrak turned 45 on May 1. I wish it many happy returns.

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