Discusses the political and social aspects of the debate on Federal aid to intercity passenger service, primarily National Railroad Passenger Corp. (Amtrak); and reviews Amtrak issues before Congress, the executive branch, and at the State level. Explains the differing views and needs of freight rail relative to the passenger service; identifies social changes and influences on the decline in rail passenger ridership as well as social arguments for Amtrak's continuation; and discusses policy options for Congress.
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