Inflation hawks hold significant sway at the Federal Reserve. But critics say they should tolerate -- and even target -- more inflation to boost economic growth.
In about two weeks, millions will start enrolling in health exchanges. But for many, the process is still murky and the government is hiring people to help.
Freddie Mac just posted its second largest profit in history. The offshore-drilling giant Transocean is tied in with BP in the public imagination because of its involvement in the Deepwater Horizon catastrophe but is stronger than ever today. And, with limited maternity leave, many teachers try to have their babies during the summer break.
<span>From Greg on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MarketplaceMoney">Marketplace Money Facebook page</a>:</span>
<blockquote><span>I'd like to hear more on how the US economy is global, and therefore how can an average American know they are 'safely' invested to participate in the global economy.</span></blockquote>
