Amtrak has positive externalities on gas users. More accessible public transit usage means less traffic and more efficient travel. [0] "Would you pay $X/month t

Amtrak has positive externalities on gas users. More accessible public transit usage means less traffic and more efficient travel. [0] "Would you pay $X/month to have less traffic?" likely is a resounding "Yes" for some value of X greater than zero. Subsidizing public transit is a good idea, and benefits those who don't use it. [0] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/near-free-public-transport-eases-congestion-germanys-roads-2022-07-22/ https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/near-free-public-transp...