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America is so poor they barely have any trains
Not really, the rail system is extremely extensive and connects everything, it is a lifeblood of America.
The problem is that it’s only for cargo and moving capital. No passenger trains allowed :3
and those precious cargo trains derail on average over a thousand times per year because short term profits trump all else in the imperial core
Do you realize what derailment means? It’s a safety term that occurs when even a single wheel loses contact with the rails. That can happen because of a strong wind or some minor debris on the track. Then they have to stop the train, examine for damage and realign the wheel which takes less then 30 minutes. Do you think trains are just flying off the rails and exploding every 3 hours?
But yes, corporate control of freight transport is a blight, and of course it will lead to reduced safety standards and other cost cutting measures.