Economy Opinion | Mobile deserves more than promises before rail merger Any Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger must protect reliable service, competitive access and long-term economic growth at the Port of Mobile. Jerry CarlJuly 10, 2026
Economy Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises A proposed railroad merger could reshape Alabama’s economy, but unanswered questions about competition and service demanded closer scrutiny. Tom ButlerJuly 7, 2026
Agriculture Opinion | A rail merger could force Alabamian farmers out of business Representative Bob Fincher warns the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama farmers through higher costs and reduced competition. Bob FincherMay 18, 2026
Opinion Opinion | The fix is in We risk returning to an era where a handful of executives determine who has access to the nation’s economic arteries. Donna SkipperOctober 9, 2025