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Here is a helpful read regarding tariffs and the economy by Navin Girishankar of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

www.csis.org/analysis/tar...
From Tariffs to Tech Power: The Pivot the United States Needs Now
Navin Girishankar argues for a reset of the U.S. economic strategy, shifting the focus from tariffs to technology and AI leadership. The government has the necessary elements for this shift but will n...
www.csis.org
May 19, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Here’s an observant piece regarding passenger rail by Dan Richards in today’s New York Times.

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/18/o...
Opinion | Europe Built Trains. America Built Highways and Regret.
www.nytimes.com
May 18, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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In California, we dream big — and despite Washington's outrageous attacks, our @cahsra.bsky.social high-speed rail is becoming a reality.

While we've broken ground on our transformative rail project here in California, Texas' high-speed rail has been a failure to launch.
May 8, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Thanks to the FRA and Amtrak staff who advanced the high-speed Dallas-Houston Corridor to benefit Texans who sit in I-40 traffic. We will not forget their dedication and service.

www.transportation.gov/briefing-roo...
www.transportation.gov
April 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Entering 2021, we knew transportation required funding and focus. People across the Biden-Harris Administration went to work. Great to see the progress!

www.nytimes.com/2025/03/25/b...
U.S. Infrastructure Improves, but Cuts May Imperil Progress, Report Says
A report card from an engineering group found that American roads, ports and other infrastructure got better last year but could be hurt if federal funding is reduced.
www.nytimes.com
March 25, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Lots of effort went into improving and upgrading the Northeast Corridor.
Biden legacy upgrades on Amtrak northeast corridor network that are underway
March 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Rail labor lends its important voice! The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) provides essential services to America. We’re in a new rail era. This is the wrong time to disinvest.
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Rail Labor Urges DOT to Maintain Staffing at FRA - TTD
March 11, 2025
ttd.org
March 12, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Rail stakeholders are sounding the alarm. Stopping Congressionally-approved rail funding, gutting the Federal Railroad Administration, and stalling the economy harms communities and takes away jobs.

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railpassengers.org
March 4, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The Rail Passengers Association effectively highlights what Congressionally-approved rail funding and a well-resourced Federal Railroad Administration mean for America.

youtu.be/9IQh4FuRfCg
The IIJA Works
YouTube video by Rail Passengers Association
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February 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
As my service in the Biden-Harris Administration reaches its conclusion, I take pride in the record and the legacy we are leaving at the Federal Railroad Administration.

www.transportation.gov/briefing-roo...

railroads.fra.dot.gov/rail-network...

railroads.dot.gov/railroad-saf...
www.transportation.gov
January 21, 2025 at 4:33 AM