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Train systems require heavy government investment until they can (maybe) produce any profit. But the same is true for other transportation systems: the auto ind
by coliveira 3y ago
Train systems require heavy government investment until they can (maybe) produce any profit. But the same is true for other transportation systems: the auto industry is also heavily subsidized at all levels in the US, you just don't hear the numbers.
- rayiner 3y agoAmtrak is heavily subsidized: the federal government pays for its capital expenses (tracks, tunnels, etc); Amtrak is expected to cover its operating expenses (employees, etc). Very common arrangement all over the world.