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Well, Ed is correct regarding long distance intercity passenger service,there is quite a bit of commuter rail service operating in major metropolitan regions and regional corridors here. This includes light rail vehicles(lightweight EMU)operating on dedicated rights of way as well as "heavy rail" commuter cars,using either diesel or (Northeastern US)electric locomotives operating on conventional lines,often sharing the rails with freight service.These systems are operated by govermental or quasi-govermental agencies,who may own trackage or use privately owned freight lines(often a combination). The American public seems most aware of these services while railfans in the US tend to be more interested in the operations of freight railroads,including the small number of major carriers and the many regional and shortline operations. <br /> American freight railroads are (largely)very successful and innovative private businesses while passenger rail has declined in importance since World War 2 due largely to a highly developed highway infrastructure and individual Americans preference for the private automobile. Intrestingly,this leads to a good deal of political debate amongst railfans. This has a lot to do with American's attitudes towards government,which historically have been very different than that of people in Europe. <br /> In fact,I wouldn't be surprised if my post sparks some debate..........
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