01/18/12
Marketplace for Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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As major websites across the Internet take aim at the Stop Online Piracy Act today, we look at the economic impact of Internet piracy and counterfeiting. Oil prices are shooting up and Saudi Arabia is currently demanding $100 a barrel. Senior business correspondent Bob Moon delves deeper into the subject of Mitt Romney and special tax breaks for investments. And a Democrat and a Republican each speak about whether President Obama should be worried about the upcoming election.
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Buffett ready to match GOP tax donations
The billionaire will match the contributions made by Rep. Scott Rigell to pay down the national debt. But he's still waiting for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to make a contribution.
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Calculating the costs of online piracy
Stephen Siwek, a consultant at Economist Incorporated, discusses how the cost of piracy is determined.
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State Dept. rejects Keystone XL pipeline
If you think the decision puts an end to the debate over the controversial project, guess again.
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To print or not to print: Which is greener?
New answers to the hottest question of the digital age come from some unexpected sources.
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The long and short story of Jack Detroit
The luxury men's magazine didn't make it, but its founder may yet help get Detroit's economy off the ground.
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Romney’s run renews capital-gains tax debate
Like Warren Buffett, Mitt Romney pays a low tax rate because his income is from investments, not labor. Why does the tax code differentiate?
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Republicans no shoe-in to retake presidency
Commentator Jamal Simmons says weak GOP candidates give Obama the edge despite economy.
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The economy is a ball and chain around Obama's ankle
Commentator Todd Buchholz says Americans aren't afraid to fire the president when times are tough.
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Price of oil rises slightly above $100 a barrel
Saudi Arabia is using a steady hand to ensure stable prices of oil, even if that means increasing supply. It's in their best economic interest.
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