Economy

Jobs, Anyone?

Tue, 11/03/2009 - 12:04 | EconomyPolitics

In an article on Salon.com, former labor secretary Robert Reich addresses the issue of unemployment, in the wake of signs that the economy is recovering:

 

Jobs or Housing?

Mon, 12/15/2008 - 11:11 | Economy
A Washington Post article addresses the fight in Mississippi over whether post-Katrina funds should be allocated to more affordable housing or to boost employment and economic development.
The Gulfport port project has become a symbol for both sides. The port lost about 700,000 square feet of storage facilities and other infrastructure in the storm, and regional leaders have long hoped for a port expansion that would position the area to benefit from the
 

Why Not Save?

Sun, 09/14/2008 - 21:36 | Economy
In one of her columns, Michelle Singletary, financial columnist for The Washington Post, addresses the lack of motivation for Americans to save money:
A new analysis of the habits and attitudes about saving in America found that most people know they're not saving as much as they should.
 

How High is Too High?

Tue, 06/24/2008 - 20:15 | Economy
At what price point will gas prices be too high and result in your making major changes in your lifestyle?
 

Mortgage Aid

Mon, 04/07/2008 - 09:17 | Economy
While Congress and the administration grapple with whether, and how, to deal with the growing number of defaults on home mortgages, a Los Angeles Times article addresses the issue of who should get aid:
The House and Senate are beginning to consider proposals for federal intervention on a massive scale.
 

$4 gasoline?

Tue, 05/08/2007 - 21:50 | Economy
At least one industry expert predicts gasoline prices could hit $4 a gallon this summer in some areas of the U.S.:
"More and more communities are going to see gasoline that approaches or exceeds $4 a gallon," said John Kilduff, an energy analyst at Man Financial in New York.
 
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