A brief history of Amtrak -- The failure of Amtrak reform efforts -- Amtrak's present condition -- Myths about the value of Amtrak -- Fallacies about the cost of Amtrak -- Defending against terrorism : can Amtrak do the job? -- Escape from Amtrak : state and local governments -- Passenger...

Urban public transit agencies spend billions of dollars each year on workers, durable capital and energy to supply transportation services. During a time of rising concern about climate change, the urban public transit sector has not significantly reduced its carbon footprint. Using data for the...