Matthew Cunningham-Cook joins us to discuss The Lever’s superb reporting on the Norfolk Southern train carrying vinyl chloride and other toxic chemicals derailing in East Palestine, Ohio. We get into Norfolk Southern and other rail companies’ efforts over the years to lobby against increased safety measures and upgraded braking systems. Those same companies have also spent billions on stock buybacks, much more than system and equipment improvements. We also take a look at the Biden administration and Department of Transportation’s response, or lack thereof.
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Find the Lever’s coverage here: https://www.levernews.com/rail-companies-blocked-safety-rules-before-ohio-derailment/
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