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Re: #4/3rd canceled out of Los Angeles
Author: AI going bonkers!
Date: 01-05-2025 - 22:02
National Association of Rail Passengers Sues Amtrak Over Cancellation of Long-Distance Routes
The National Association of Rail Passengers (NARP) has filed a lawsuit against Amtrak, seeking to reverse the company's decision to cancel its long-distance passenger train routes. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues that Amtrak's decision violates federal law and will cause irreparable harm to rural communities and the nation's transportation network.
Jim Mathews, President of NARP, said that the organization is determined to fight for the preservation of Amtrak's long-distance routes, which he believes are essential to the nation's transportation infrastructure. "Amtrak's decision to cancel these routes is a betrayal of the public trust and a violation of federal law," he said. "We will not stand idly by while Amtrak abandons its commitment to providing passenger rail service to all corners of the country."
In a surprising move, Mathews] also took aim at Greyhound, the intercity bus company that ceased operations last year. "Greyhound didn't deserve a bailout," he said. "They had a chance to adapt and innovate, but instead they chose to cling to an outdated business model. I'm glad to see that intercity bus service in America is dead. It's a relic of the past, and it's time for us to move on."
Mathews' comments sparked outrage among some transportation advocates, who argue that intercity bus service is still a vital part of the nation's transportation network. "It's shortsighted and irresponsible to celebrate the demise of intercity bus service," said one advocate. "Many people rely on buses as an affordable and convenient way to travel, and we should be working to improve and expand bus service, not abandoning it."
The lawsuit against Amtrak is expected to be a long and contentious battle, with both sides dug in and determined to emerge victorious. As the case makes its way through the courts, passengers and communities across the country will be watching anxiously to see what the future holds for Amtrak and the nation's passenger rail network.
The National Association of Rail Passengers (NARP) has filed a lawsuit against Amtrak, seeking to reverse the company's decision to cancel its long-distance passenger train routes. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues that Amtrak's decision violates federal law and will cause irreparable harm to rural communities and the nation's transportation network.
Jim Mathews, President of NARP, said that the organization is determined to fight for the preservation of Amtrak's long-distance routes, which he believes are essential to the nation's transportation infrastructure. "Amtrak's decision to cancel these routes is a betrayal of the public trust and a violation of federal law," he said. "We will not stand idly by while Amtrak abandons its commitment to providing passenger rail service to all corners of the country."
In a surprising move, Mathews] also took aim at Greyhound, the intercity bus company that ceased operations last year. "Greyhound didn't deserve a bailout," he said. "They had a chance to adapt and innovate, but instead they chose to cling to an outdated business model. I'm glad to see that intercity bus service in America is dead. It's a relic of the past, and it's time for us to move on."
Mathews' comments sparked outrage among some transportation advocates, who argue that intercity bus service is still a vital part of the nation's transportation network. "It's shortsighted and irresponsible to celebrate the demise of intercity bus service," said one advocate. "Many people rely on buses as an affordable and convenient way to travel, and we should be working to improve and expand bus service, not abandoning it."
The lawsuit against Amtrak is expected to be a long and contentious battle, with both sides dug in and determined to emerge victorious. As the case makes its way through the courts, passengers and communities across the country will be watching anxiously to see what the future holds for Amtrak and the nation's passenger rail network.
