Unions say rails should forgo buybacks, spend on safety
Rail unions want railroads to take some of the billions they’re using every year to buy back their stock and use it to improve safety in the wake of several
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Rail unions want railroads to take some of the billions they’re using every year to buy back their stock and use it to improve safety in the wake of several
They say recent derailments and problems keeping up with shipping demand show how overwhelmed workers are after extensive job cuts.
Rail unions want railroads to take some of the billions they’re using every year to buy back their stock and spend it to improve safety in the wake of several high-profile derailments and hire more workers.
They say recent derailments and problems keeping up with shipping demand show how overwhelmed workers are after extensive job cuts.
Railroads' safety record has worsened as they cut costs and eliminated nearly one-third of all rail jobs.