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Jan 05

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Even Insured Patients Struggle as Health Care Costs Rise

As health insurance premiums and deductibles rise, even patients with health insurance are finding it difficult to keep up with escalating costs. Betty Ann Bowser reports on the challenges facing the "underinsured" in Nashville, Tenn.

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Jan 02

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Arts Funding Feels Squeeze of Economic Downturn

Many arts organizations that depend on endowments and both individual and corporate donations are struggling to cope with budget shortfalls in the midst of the economic downturn. Analysts discuss the recession's impact on arts and cultural organizations.

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Jan 02

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Could You Explain the Differences Between a “Recession,” “Depression” and “Repression”?

Question/Comment: Could you please explain the differences between “recession,” “depression” and “repression”? I understand that recession has a text book definition, but the other two terms seem vague. Paul Solman: “Recession” is two successive quarters of “negative growth” – i.e.,…

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Dec 26

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With Economy in Shambles, Congress Turns Focus to Middle Class

As the economy continues in a downward spiral, members of Congress on both sides of the aisle are concentrating on serving the needs of the middle class. Kwame Holman speaks to legislators preparing to tackle the economic crisis.

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Dec 24

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Consumer Spending, Durables Goods Orders Drop as Jobless Claims Rise

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The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that consumer spending fell for a fifth straight month in November, and Americans' incomes dropped as well, partially reflecting massive job layoffs.

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Dec 23

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Nature of Community Is Changing in the Internet Age

Essayist Clarence Page reflects on the evolving role of community organizers in an age where the Internet is changing the very nature of community itself.

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Dec 23

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Program Helps At-Risk Youth Find Corporate Jobs

To alleviate the 30 percent unemployment rate among urban youth, the Year Up program gives at-risk youth lessons in corporate culture and work ethic. Paul Solman reports on this approach to training young, would-be entrepreneurs.

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Dec 23

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Sagging Home Sales, GDP Highlight Dour Economic Reports

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Despite an uptick in consumer confidence in December due to declining prices, most of Tuesday's economic news was gloomy, led by a shrinking economy and falling corporate profits and home sales.

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Dec 19

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Impact of Recession Felt in Communities Across U.S.

The economic downturn is affecting communities across the country in varied ways. Business reporters give an update on what their regions are experiencing.

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Dec 19

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What Needs to Happen For the Recession to Be Short?

Question/Comment: I have heard guests on the NewsHour say that the recession will last into 2009 or 2010. What is it that is supposed to happen in this short time period that will result in happy days being here again?…

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