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Hospitality Industry Ravaged By The Pandemic

American Indicators: The Faces And Stories Behind The Economic Statistics

10:48am February 20, 2021

Some sectors are thriving, while others continue to struggle, putting different people in vastly different situations. NPR is following four people who will help illustrate the arc of the recovery.

Already Under Pressure, Ivanka Trump's Brand Faces A New Challenge

11:53am June 01, 2017

by Jim Zarroli

The disappearance of three activists at a Chinese factory that makes Ivanka's products is the kind of scandal companies like to avoid.

A factory worker in Jackson, Minn., uses Google Glass on the assembly line.

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Google Glass Didn't Disappear. You Can Find It On The Factory Floor

8:12am March 18, 2017

by Tasnim Shamma

When it was introduced a few years ago, Google Glass was labeled as the next big thing. But it flopped. Now, it's finding new uses with workers in manufacturing and other industries.

As Factory Jobs Slip Away, Indiana Voters Have Trade On Their Minds

6:22pm May 02, 2016

by Jim Zarroli

The state has been steadily losing manufacturing jobs for years. The issue is already playing a big part in the presidential campaign, and it could drive a lot of people to the polls on Tuesday.

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Moving Air Conditioning Jobs To Mexico Becomes Hot Campaign Issue

7:00pm March 14, 2016

Carrier's decision to shift manufacturing from the U.S. wasn't extraordinary, but a viral video of the announcement is having an impact on the presidential race and the debate over free trade.

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