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Nov 17, 2015

Marketplace for Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Many Europeans want tighter restrictions on their borders, but that may stifle business; the declining rate of students graduating college within six years; and Hallmark’s attempt to redefine their holiday marketing.

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Segments From This Episode

Politicians still use snail mail
by Kai Ryssdal
Three politicians have sent actual letters to NBC asking for air time.
Inflation is tame — unless you’re a renter
by Mitchell Hartman
Rents are up 3.7 percent nationwide, and by double digits in some urban markets.
Hallmark ads get edgier and more digital
by Mark Garrison
The maker of Keepsake ornaments is trying a new strategy to reach harried moms.
College completion rates fall again
by Amy Scott
After college enrollment swelled during the recession, graduation rates dropped.
Paris attacks renew scrutiny of Europe’s open borders
by Kimberly Adams
Many are calling for an end to the free flow of people and goods in Europe.
Data encryption under increased scrutiny after Paris attacks
by Kai Ryssdal and Molly Wood
Tech companies use encryption as a privacy measure, but so do terrorist groups
Portland: Sneaker hub of the universe
by John Sepulvado
Portland has emerged as the sneaker mecca at the heart of a $20 billion industry.

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Marketplace for Tuesday, November 17, 2015

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Segments From This Episode

Politicians still use snail mail

Inflation is tame — unless you’re a renter

Hallmark ads get edgier and more digital

College completion rates fall again

Paris attacks renew scrutiny of Europe’s open borders

Data encryption under increased scrutiny after Paris attacks

Portland: Sneaker hub of the universe

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