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Drought forces farmers to labor markets
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Jocelyn Ford
Oct 13, 2006
In the wake of a severe drought that's destroyed the area's crops, farmers in southwest China are desperate to find work that will take them through the winter. Jocelyn Ford has the story.
Are we growing at an unsustainable rate?
Oct 11, 2006
Soon the U.S. population will hit 300 million. For some, the milestone is cause for celebration, but others say unwelcome social and economic consequences are emerging along with all those people. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports.
China's our best hope
Oct 11, 2006
Commentator Robert Reich looks at the international community's response to the supposed nuclear testing by North Korea — and says in this case, world leaders should listen to China.
Global economy calls for global politics
Oct 2, 2006
President Bush signed a bill Saturday extending economic sanctions against Iran without the support of China or Russia. Commentator and political philosopher Benjamin Barber argues that such unilateralist tactics are passé.
Brazil's economy still in the black market
Sep 29, 2006
Brazil's voters are expected to reelect President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday. The country is enjoying moderate growth, but much of its economy is still off the books. Paulo Prada reports.
Headed for recession?
Sep 20, 2006
Commentator Clive Crook says the U.S. economy might be in store for more than just a slowdown.
Fed meets today
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Amy Scott
Sep 20, 2006
The Federal Reserve is likely to keep interest rates unchanged, but some economists say inflation is still a concern. Amy Scott reports.
Good luck buying your own health insurance
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Helen Palmer
Sep 14, 2006
Americans whose employers don't provide health insurance don't have a very good chance of finding it on their own. 9-in-10 who try are turned down or give up because it's too expensive, says a study out today. Helen Palmer reports.
Amtrak's new conductor in place
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Kai Ryssdal
Sep 12, 2006
New Amtrak CEO Alexander Kummant moves into his office today. Host Kai Ryssdal asks "End of the Line" author Joseph Vranich, given the history of the company, why would anyone want the job?
Beware stagflation
Sep 6, 2006
Productivity and wage numbers out today suggest that inflationary pressures are building, but commentator Robert Reich says if the Fed raises interest rates, the economy may go into recession.
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