A new op-ed by Charles Sauer in DC Journal makes a straightforward but often overlooked point: how goods move across the country directly affects what Americans pay at the checkout counter. Transportation costs are embedded in nearly every product. When those costs rise, prices follow. When they fall, the benefits Read more…
A new op-ed by Charles Sauer in RealClearMarkets raises a pointed—and uncomfortable—question: why are some Republicans embracing the very kinds of policies they once criticized for driving up prices? At a time when Washington claims to be focused on lowering costs, Sauer argues that policymakers risk repeating the same mistakes Read more…
The Market Institute has joined a coalition of free-market and pro-growth organizations in urging the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to approve the proposed merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS). In a letter sent to the Board, the coalition emphasized that the merger represents a major investment in Read more…
In a recent Townhall column, Market Institute President Charles Sauer warns that the Biden administration is slowing down innovation in rail safety by stalling the approval of Automatic Track Inspections (ATI). These systems, Sauer writes, “harness advanced sensors and data analytics to scan tracks with greater frequency and precision than Read more…
In the wake of the East Palestine, Ohio derailment, Congress rushed to respond—but instead of investigating the root causes, lawmakers reached for more regulation. In a surprising twist, some Republicans joined Democrats in pushing a bill loaded with mandates that catered more to union demands than to actual rail safety. Read more…
In a realm where aspirations often clash with the pragmatic demands of governance, it’s crucial to navigate the delicate balance between visionary ideals and practical execution. Charles Sauer’s newest article in The Washington Examiner highlights a poignant example of this collision, spotlighting how the fanciful ambitions of a state administration Read more…