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Freight rate rises linked to Atchison earnings and political rewards
The Wall Street Journal notes large potential earnings for Atchison this month and forecasts higher freight rates across rail lines. The piece argues rate hikes raise costs for labor and materials, shifting money from producers to consumers while tied to political gains and national policy shifts. It warns of broader impacts on Idaho products, western industries, and transportation wages.
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