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Having worked in the emergency services for 42 years, I can truly understand the point of view of the railroads versus railfans. Views of sabotaged trains carrying hazmats must make railroaders cringe. However, being an advid railfan myself, I am disappointed as more and more doors are "closed to us". What we all need to remember is that at best, democracy is a fragile system. A public "right" taken away here and now poses the threat of something else taken away later. Hopefully the railroads will not over react and totally shut the door in railfan's faces. It's true that we as railfans have our "rights", but lets not forget that we all have mega responsibilities as well. I have no easy answer to the restrictions that are being placed on railfans, but it is my sincere hope that all sides can work together to solve this problem. Meanwhile, railfans can be vigilant as they travel about train watching. If you see anything that appears suspicious around trains, yards, main lines, etc., immediately notify the proper authorities. Railroads need to remember that true railfans are on their side..., but at least for now, I can operate my large scale layout and welcome railfans.
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