The Cry Of The Less Shrill - It's A Capitol Idea

摘要

On Feb. 26, more than 500 rail industry representatives descended on Washington, D.C., as part of "Railroad Day on Capitol Hill," an event that seems to generate more energy with every gathering. This year's aim? Pretty much the same as last year's, when rail supporters hit the Hill to persuade Congress to support investment incentives (tax credits) that'd stimulate growth, back public-private partnership projects - and reject measures the rail lobby insists would limit railroads' ability to invest in infrastructure. One of the differences this year, aside from having to persuade during a deeply rooted recession, was a recognition among "Day" sponsors that the way they talk about these issues - from the words they use to the context in which they're delivered - never has been more important. They're choosing their phrases more carefully. And that's potentially a big thing.