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Jun 14, 2016

Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, June 14, 2016

On today’s show, we’ll talk about the United States’ background checking system; look at the video gaming industry’s foray into virtual reality; and — as part of our new series “The Price of Profits” — interview author Lynn Stout about the relationship between corporations and shareholders.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates waits for the Microsoft Annual Shareholders meeting to begin on December 2, 2015 in Bellevue, Washington.
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Segments From This Episode

The first corporations — way back — had social purpose
by Scott Tong
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The idea that they are solely businesses developed as late as the 1800s.
Is shareholder value a myth?
by Lizzie O'Leary
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Law professor and author Lynn Stout thinks so.
Re-examining disaster preparedness
by Lizzie O'Leary
Public safety, German bonds, and the role of corporations throughout history.
Video game insiders head to a new dimension at E3
by Lewis Wallace
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Coming off a strong year for the industry, game companies are pushing virtual reality.
Background checks only tell you so much
by Kimberly Adams
Companies rely on background checks, but they can be limited in scope.

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Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, June 14, 2016

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Segments From This Episode

The first corporations — way back — had social purpose

Is shareholder value a myth?

Re-examining disaster preparedness

Video game insiders head to a new dimension at E3

Background checks only tell you so much