First up, it may only be September, but we’re getting our first holiday retail forecasts. These offer a glimpse into what analysts think we’ll be spending this holiday season, and perhaps more importantly, reflect how we’re feeling about the state of the economy. Plus, we’ve reporting this week on the Obama Administration’s new crackdown on inversions. But what about what you might consider an “inversion” at the state level: moving headquarters across state lines to get a tax break. In those cases, it’s often the government that’s doing the bidding. And Southern cook Paula Deen is trying to make a comeback, launching a new online network of cooking shows today. Deen was one of the biggest names in food television until offensive remarks she made off screen became public last year. Her show was then canceled and she was dropped by sponsors. We take a look at her attempts to rebuild her brand.
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