Opinion: What Was Amtrak Thinking With These Layoffs?

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By Jim MathewsMay 12, 2025, 9:00 am46 pts
"These cuts have the potential to undermine billions of dollars’ worth of long-term recapitalization efforts, just to save millions in its operating budget," the president of the National Rail Passengers Association argues — and the public deserves answers.

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