Amtrak executives received 6 figure bonuses despite massive losses in profit. This was so shocking, the Union spokesperson had to clutch his pearls and diamond tiara while claiming the fatcat executives are why Amtrak is practically insolvent. Remember, they were underpaid and needed a new contract. - Kotaku In Action 2

Amtrak executives received 6 figure bonuses despite massive losses in profit. This was so shocking, the Union spokesperson had to clutch his pearls and diamond tiara while claiming the fatcat executives are why Amtrak is practically insolvent. Remember, they were underpaid and needed a new contract. (web.archive.org)

posted 2 years ago by GeneralBoobs 2 years ago by GeneralBoobs +17 / -0

Gravy Train: How Amtrak’s 10 highest earners raked in six-figure bonuses

“It is outrageous that while Amtrak’s workforce put their lives on the line to see this carrier through its most trying time yet.”

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– OldBullLee 3 points 2 years ago +3 / -0

I don't see why freight railroads can't put on a few passenger trains. They could under-charge AMTRAK for their luxury fares and still turn a profit.

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– GeneralBoobs [S] 2 points 2 years ago +2 / -0

Because people don't take trains. Most people do not have any interest in it.

Now, there are a few luxery lines opening up and connecting Chicago to Miami via New Orleans. It will be a few years, though. Rich people keep getting in the way with their NIMBY bullshit.

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