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Economy
Republican Gov. Rick Snyder Turns To Voters To Approve Tax Increase
Some states are experiencing major budget deficits and several Republican governors are opting to increase taxes to make up for the shortfall. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder talks to Robert Siegel.
True Or False? Free And Reduced-Price Lunch = Poor
Poverty is the backdrop to so many discussions about learning. But do we have a good way to measure it in schools?
Russia's Economic State Is A Reversal Of Fortune For Putin
Renee Montagne discusses the state of Russia's economy with Sergei Guriev, a former economic adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Guriev is now living in exile in Paris.
Obama's Budget Would Undo Broad, Automatic Cuts Made In 2013
The across-the-board spending cuts, known as the sequester, reduced defense and domestic budgets by hundreds of millions each. Republicans are expected to fiercely defend that plan.
For Long-Haul Drivers, Cheap Gas Means A Sweeter Commute
The plunge in gasoline prices is expected to save the average household about $750 this year. For rural families and others who drive a lot, the savings will likely be even greater.
Shareholders Back Reynolds Deal To Acquire Lorillard
Reynolds American and Lorillard shareholders overwhelmingly approved a blockbuster merger today/Wednesday.
Tiger Skins And Rhino Horns: Can A Trade Deal Halt The Trafficking?
A proposed U.S.-Asia trade pact calls for incorporating the issue wildlife trafficking. The goal is to slow the poaching of endangered animals such as elephants, tigers and rhinos.
Google Fiber Is Coming To Charlotte/RTP
The company is bringing its ultra-fast fiber optic Internet service to Charlotte and the Research Triangle area.