POLI 100K, Railroads and American Politics: Topic 1, Why are Railroads Important?

Railroads Carry Most of the Hazardous Materials that
are Essential for the Functioning of the Modern Economy

The Great State of Texas is the Largest Producer of Chemical Products in
the United States and one of the largest in the World. This is due to
its location near abundant crude oil and natural gas and ocean ports. Almost all
of the manufactured Chemical products move by rail.


