Nov 14, 2016

Marketplace Morning Report for Monday, November 14, 2016

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On today's show, we'll talk about what the presidential transition team is responsible for; rising concerns from women about birth control access under a Trump administration; and the decline in union support for the Democratic Party this election.

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Election shows weakened labor support for the Democratic Party

by Mitchell Hartman

Nov 14, 2016

Union households backed Hillary Clinton by narrower margins than President Barack Obama, and Donald Trump got more of their vote than his Republican predecessors.

Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign rally in Detroit.

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Birth control access is a priority for some women post-election

by Dan Gorenstein

Nov 14, 2016

If Trump and the Republicans pursue their plan to repeal Obamacare, what will happen to birth control? Currently, many types of contraception are available at no out-of-pocket cost. While health care lawyers are debating how quickly the law could be changed, many women are booking visits to their OB-GYNs to get care now — in […]

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As nurses retire, a significant shortage looms

by Adam Allington

Nov 14, 2016

Ten thousand dollar sign-on bonuses and generous benefits? No, we’re not talking about the tech industry; it’s nurses who are now in high demand. As the economy improves, many older nurses are cutting back hours or retiring, causing a major shortage across the country. Click the above audio player to hear the full story. Stories […]

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The long road ahead for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

by Mark Garrison

Nov 14, 2016

Will the Trump administration try to reign in the agency's power?

President Barack Obama delivers a statement on the confirmation of Richard Cordray as director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Mid-day Update

Wall Street is feeling optimistic

by Mark Garrison

Nov 14, 2016

Wall Street optimism, uncertainty about the CFPB's future, and a nurse shortage.

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On today’s show, we’ll talk about what the presidential transition team is responsible for; rising concerns from women about birth control access under a Trump administration; and the decline in union support for the Democratic Party this election.