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What is really behind the Greedy Bastard Railroad CEOs.

Posted on February 16, 2026February 21, 2026 by SEAtkinson

Many people blame “greed” as the problem with our railroads. Yes, but it’s not the railroad CEOs and management that are the “greedy bastards.” Behind the face are the shareholders and activist hedge funds. They are the real greedy bastards!

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