From Portugal to New York, Montana’s southern passenger rail efforts draw attention

“Is this because folks are attracted to the idea of accessing the American West and our iconic Yellowstone National Park via rail? Is it because it’s a big undertaking spearheaded by grassroots local government?” he said. “Or is it because we’ve come together in a diverse collection of counties transcending geography, politics and ideology? I think it’s all of these.”

The article in Publico (Portugal) likely stemmed from the Times article, which also cited the Missoula Current. The Times article branded the president “Amtrak Joe” and noted the North Coast Hiawatha – the former Amtrak route that crossed southern Montana. It’s that very line which the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority is looking to relaunch, providing passenger service to both rural Montana and the state’s largest cities.