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Why Amtrak Service Is Slow in Most of the U.S.

Amtrak says increasing service in cities like Phoenix and Atlanta will lead to more riders and more revenue. But one thing stands in the way: freight rail. WSJ’s Ted Mann explains why it's Amtrak’s biggest obstacle to expansion and improvement. Illustration: Ryan Trefes