Welcome to the American Railroading Podcast! In this episode our host Don Walsh is joined by guest John Doggett  – Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, McCombs School of Business, Management Department. Together they discuss the state of the U.S. economy, inflation, debt, opportunities to improve, areas of growth, the potential impact of the upcoming presidential election, and what it all means for the rail industry. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and broaden your understanding of American Railroading. You can find the episode on the American Railroading Podcast's official website at www.AmericanRailroading.net . Welcome aboard!

KEY POINTS: 

• The American Railroading Podcast remains in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally!
• Professor Doggett has won 14 student-selected “Outstanding Teaching” awards, the most of any current member of the UT Austin, McCombs facility.
• John created his own international management consulting firm where he focused on helping developing countries transform their economies to become more market oriented.
• You’ve got to look at the data regarding the U.S. economy objectively (Ugly Baby Glasses).
• The interest payments on our national debt are projected to be 170% of the GDP by 2054.
• There are ways to correct the path we’re on with national spending and debt, but the question is, will either party be willing to do what it takes?
• John believes that this is one of the most consequential presidential elections that we’ve had in the U.S., in terms of the direction of the country.
• LNG remains a strong market for U.S. exports.
• John is “bullish” on the rail industry. 
• Stay tuned for our next episode!

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