The Economy: Where We Are
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Washington Post economics columnist Steven Pearlstein about the state of the economy ahead of the midterm elections.
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Life After GM: A Family Upended By Auto Plant Closure Took Divergent Paths
Ten years after the financial crisis, the recovery hasn't reached everywhere. After the plant at which they worked was shuttered, three members of a family saw their lives change in unexpected ways.
U.S. Is About To Reinstate Iran Sanctions. Here's What That Means
Come Monday, the Trump administration plans to restore the full measure of sanctions that were lifted with the Iran nuclear deal. You probably have questions about the situation. We have answers.
In Some Congressional Districts, The Tax Cut is Actually Hurting Republican Campaigns
In New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, the Republican isn't running on the tax bill despite the strong economy. But the Democrat is making it an issue, because the GOP tax bill limits deductions for property taxes.
House Democrats Push Harder On Trump's Role In Locating New FBI Headquarters
After meeting with Trump last January, FBI officials agreed to rebuild on their current site, a tract near the Trump hotel, precluding any potential private sector competition.
How Companies Cope (With A Tight Labor Market)
Wage growth has (finally) been accelerating, but what else are companies doing to bid for workers?
Big Tobacco Spends Big To Block A Tax And Medicaid Expansion In Montana
If the state's ballot initiative to fund Medicaid's expansion passes, it will mean a $2-per-pack increase in taxes on cigarettes and a new tax on electronic cigarettes.
What To Look For In The Last Jobs Report Before The Elections
The midterm elections are days away, and Friday's jobs report will give voters a final glimpse of the strength of the economy. A key recurring question: Is wage growth finally picking up?
Google Employees Stage Protest Of Company's Handling Of Sexual Harassment Complaints
Google employees staged a worldwide protest on Thursday. They walked off the job to demand changes in how the company addresses sexual-harassment allegations at the company.
Why Ecuador Uses The Dollar
One of our youngest listeners asked us why Ecuador changed its currency to U.S. dollars, so we found out!