The inherent strength of rail transportation

[Brakie]

I know all that Larry but it doesn't have anything to do with what I said. When I said I hope there never is any government funding I'm referring to now and the future. Nothing can be done about the mistakes of the past.

Mike,There still is.. Some short lines and regional railroads get state and federal operating grants for improving their infrastructure. There is always handouts because shippers still needs rail service and runs to state,federal and local governments to insure they don't lose that service even though the serving short line might move less then 10 cars a week or may operate on a as needed bases..Your tax dollars hard at work..