A few thoughts while on a Amtrak

All transportation gets government handouts -

FAA - $16.5 billion
Highways - $43.6 billion
Railroads - $2.8 billion
Amtrak - $1.5 billion

Not to mention subsidies for airlines, auto manufacturers, etc. I think the only place where you won’t see government handouts are for a few custom bike builders in the greater Portland area.