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freakonomics.com
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| | | | | Amtrak's ridership and revenue has been steadily increasing over the last 10 years, and 2011 set a new ridership record with 30.2 million passengers, and $1.9 billion in ticket revenue. But, even though it took in $1.42 billion from Congress last year, it still manages to lose $1 billion annually. This is hardly a new development. Amtrak has a long and storied history of functioning at a loss despite government subsidies.So, as we enter what appears to be a new era (maybe?) of government austerity, it se... | |
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www.traingeek.ca
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| | | | | [AI summary] The post discusses passenger train services in North America and Europe, highlighting their comfort, convenience, and scenic routes, with a focus on Amtrak, VIA Rail, and regional operators. | |
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t4america.org
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| | | | | The Long-Distance Rail Study, released by the Federal Railroad Administration in the twilight hours of the Biden Administration on January 20, 2025, prioritizes lengthy projects that have little chance to succeed instead of shorter-term projects that can deliver service to Americans. It is imperative that Amtrak focus on routes that run daily and not only [...] | |
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gowithguide.com
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| | | If your Japan trip takes you as far as Kyushu, then be sure to stop off at Nagasaki. One of the best night views in the world is on offer here, along with hi... | ||