As a journalist i presumed you had done your research prior to publicizing a story. I was rather disappointed, but not surprised to see that you and another colleague had clocked several trains on a radar gun accusing engineers of speeding when in fact they were all operating below the posted speed limit for that track segment. After having watched your report I find it to be, at best poor, sensational journalism and at worst blatantly slanderous. A journalist is supposed to tell a story objectively and is always supposed to seek the facts rather than appeal to the lowest common denominator. I'm actually surprised that your television network hasn't terminated you as of yet for having intentionally made false statements for the sake of boosting your ratings.
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R.A. Carbaugh
11 years ago
If you intend to exercise your professional authority, at least make a conscientious effort to get the correct data before publicly condemning things of which you have no personal knowledge ! Though I'm not qualified to do your job, I opine, you are not, either. Shame on ya !
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Thomas Galloway
11 years ago
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As I retired Locomotive Engineer, I find this type of reporting for sensationalizing a tragic situation with out REAL factual research and consulting REAL experts in the field appalling and one of the reasons the main-stream media is lacking in credibility!
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Frank Fiore
11 years ago
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Retired Road Foreman of Engines.
I was troubled with her report. I have an issue with unqualified people causing alarm among the general public. Her source is a civil engineer, not a locomotive engineer. The civil engineer is equally unqualified on the book of rules, physical characteristics and special instructions.
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Larry Schneider
11 years ago
I am a retired locomotive engineer. You really shouldn't write nonsense about something you know nothing or very little about.
Meg, time to back off and admit you got it wrong.
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tracey quinn
11 years ago
Get your facts before you open your mouth
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Kathy Starustka
11 years ago
This was a slam on train crews, all for a "good," non-factual "story."
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Dave Silen
11 years ago
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Before she set out to do this "investigative story", perhaps she should have a copy of our rules and a timetable. I am also sure she would never, EVER be caught driving while texting, using a hand-held phone or exceeding the posted speed limit.
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Scott Montani
11 years ago
Irresponsible Journalism has no place in todays fast paced society. We need truthful and accurate reporting, and not this sensationalist drivel!
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Scott R. Conforto
11 years ago
Absolutely no real journalism was involved here an absolute disgrace!
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Marvin Siegel
11 years ago
Get the facts from the experts first.
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john flaherty
11 years ago
Idiots have no idea
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luke beharry
11 years ago
Yessssss
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Paul Pesante
11 years ago
Definitely worthy of a second signature. Also, all concerned, leave feedback on her FB page (be respectful though)
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A fox
11 years ago
Shameful. Simply shameful.
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Timothy Walton
11 years ago
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As a locomotive engineer for MNRR I take offence to shameless attempts to gain audiences by instilling fear inthe riding public.....shame on you!
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Michael V Dennerlein
11 years ago
MNRR Conductor
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derrick atkinson
11 years ago
Not surprised one bit
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David Miller
11 years ago
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I am a locomotive engineer....pointing a speed gun at the side of a moving train will give a very inaccurate reading.... Maybe you should have talked to someone who knows how to properly use one,before you used it
As a journalist i presumed you had done your research prior to publicizing a story. I was rather disappointed, but not surprised to see that you and another colleague had clocked several trains on a radar gun accusing engineers of speeding when in fact they were all operating below the posted speed limit for that track segment. After having watched your report I find it to be, at best poor, sensational journalism and at worst blatantly slanderous. A journalist is supposed to tell a story objectively and is always supposed to seek the facts rather than appeal to the lowest common denominator. I'm actually surprised that your television network hasn't terminated you as of yet for having intentionally made false statements for the sake of boosting your ratings.
If you intend to exercise your professional authority, at least make a conscientious effort to get the correct data before publicly condemning things of which you have no personal knowledge ! Though I'm not qualified to do your job, I opine, you are not, either. Shame on ya !
As I retired Locomotive Engineer, I find this type of reporting for sensationalizing a tragic situation with out REAL factual research and consulting REAL experts in the field appalling and one of the reasons the main-stream media is lacking in credibility!
Retired Road Foreman of Engines. I was troubled with her report. I have an issue with unqualified people causing alarm among the general public. Her source is a civil engineer, not a locomotive engineer. The civil engineer is equally unqualified on the book of rules, physical characteristics and special instructions.
I am a retired locomotive engineer. You really shouldn't write nonsense about something you know nothing or very little about. Meg, time to back off and admit you got it wrong.
Get your facts before you open your mouth
This was a slam on train crews, all for a "good," non-factual "story."
Before she set out to do this "investigative story", perhaps she should have a copy of our rules and a timetable. I am also sure she would never, EVER be caught driving while texting, using a hand-held phone or exceeding the posted speed limit.
Irresponsible Journalism has no place in todays fast paced society. We need truthful and accurate reporting, and not this sensationalist drivel!
Absolutely no real journalism was involved here an absolute disgrace!
Get the facts from the experts first.
Idiots have no idea
Yessssss
Definitely worthy of a second signature. Also, all concerned, leave feedback on her FB page (be respectful though)
Shameful. Simply shameful.
As a locomotive engineer for MNRR I take offence to shameless attempts to gain audiences by instilling fear inthe riding public.....shame on you!
MNRR Conductor
Not surprised one bit
I am a locomotive engineer....pointing a speed gun at the side of a moving train will give a very inaccurate reading.... Maybe you should have talked to someone who knows how to properly use one,before you used it
Ill never use the close call reporting now!