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Pot smoking on Capitol Hill
Feb 8, 2011
Washington's army of lobbyists is joined by a new special interest, the National Cannabis Industry Association.
It gets worse: Australia prepares for a powerful cyclone after record flooding
Feb 2, 2011
Just weeks after northern Australia was covered by floodwaters, the same part of the country prepares for a massive cyclone. Flood-ravaged businesses and communities are ready, reluctantly, for yet another economic and natural disaster, as economist Brian Redican explains.
Cities are handling deficits with innovation
Jan 27, 2011
Local and state governments are facing millions of dollars in deficits, but some are taking the opportunity to get innovative with how to do more with less.
EXCERPT: A Chance to Make History
Jan 25, 2011
The following excerpt is from "A Chance to Make History: What Works and What Doesn't in Providing an Excellent Education for All." Listen to an...
Merkley calls on President Obama to refocus on foreclosures in the State of the Union
Jan 25, 2011
Jeff Merkley, Democratic Senator from Oregon, believes that there needs to be a renewed focus on the foreclosure crisis in America. He wants the President to discuss boosting aid to struggling homeowners in his State of the Union address tonight.
Weinsteins back in the Oscar game
Jan 24, 2011
The Weinstein Company could reap a fistful of Academy Award nominations for "The King's Speech" and "Blue Valentine." That's good news for the studio and the independent film business.
Rent vs. buy: finding a better bargain
Jan 21, 2011
This post is the first in a new series of guest contributions on Makin' Money examining all things personal finance.
This week we turn to Jim Wa...
Diane Swonk: The Chinese delegation's Chicago visit
Jan 20, 2011
Jeremy Hobson speaks with Diane Swonk, chief economist with Mesirow Financial in Chicago about the Chinese relationship to the Windy City, and Chicago's expectations from the delegate's visit.
Europeans question Chinese motives after bond sales
Jan 19, 2011
Beijing reportedly purchased a substantial amount of bonds from Portugal and Spain as those countries cope with the ongoing debt crisis. But the move has left some Europeans wondering what exactly the Chinese are up to. Stephen Beard explains.
Walmart makes appeal for NYC through citizens
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Janet Babin
Jan 13, 2011
Walmart has been trying to open stores in New York City for nearly a decade, but has always been met with fierce opposition from lawmakers and unions. Now the retailer is taking its message straight to the citizens themselves.