Discuss the rationale for the economic regulation of transportation

In 4-5 pages, list and discuss:

Discuss the rationale for the economic regulation of transportation.
How has common law provided a basis for the government’s regulation of transportation in the United States?
Discuss the role of antitrust laws in transportation during the regulated versus deregulated eras.
How do the police powers of the Constitution affect transportation?
Analyze the major issues addressed by the ICC Termination Act national transportation policy statements.
Unlike may industrialized nations, the United States has fostered private ownership of transportation companies. What is the rationale for private ownership?
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