Not more than a few days after the tragic Amtrak train wreck, the predictable caterwauling about Republicans and infrastructure is loud and clear.  Led by the NY Times, a tragic event is now a campaign issue.  “One Day After Wreck, Increased Funding for Amtrak Fails in a House Panel,” claimed the Times this week.  Ahead of the 2016 elections, the Times is in campaign mode, with Republicans at fault for all tragedies and disasters.  The train crash must be the fault of Republicans, as if John Boehner and Paul Ryan were the train engineers. Aside from blaming Republicans, the media is has also latched on to the “infrastructure” meme.  NPR proclaims, “Train Derailment Highlights Amtrak's Infrastructure Needs.”  USA Today chimed in as well: “Amtrak passenger deaths are rare despite concerns over infrastructure.”  No personal responsibility mentioned, only infrastructure, with...(Read Full Post)