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Feb 8, 2017

02/08/17: Is a strong dollar good or bad?

We’re starting off today with something the president reportedly did at 3 in the morning, and something else he did at 11 in the morning. Welcome to the American economy in 2017. First up, President Donald Trump reportedly called up his national security adviser to ask if a strong or weak dollar was better for the U.S. It’s a good question! And a complicated one. Next, we’ll look at the president’s Twitter feud with Nordstrom and where ethics rules come into play. Plus, a look at Kentucky coal and Great Lakes shipping.

"200 One Dollar Bills" by Andy Warhol, valued at $8 million to $12 million, is displayed during a preview of a Sotheby's in 2009 in New York City. — "200 One Dollar Bills" by Andy Warhol, valued at $8 million to $12 million, is displayed during a preview of a Sotheby's in 2009 in New York City.
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Segments From This Episode

My Economy: Refugee says America is still ‘the land of opportunity’
by Robert Garrova
Courtesy Patrick and George Ngalamulume
For the Ngalamulume family, the vetting process was difficult. But now two brothers are taking advantage of opportunities their parents never had.
Strong or weak? A hard call, when it comes to currency
by Andy Uhler
The president isn't the only one looking for answers.
Kentucky coal country hangs on to Trump’s promise
by Scott Tong
Luke Sharrett/Getty Images
Though jobs have fallen to their lowest level in 118 years, there is hope that coal production will come back.
Repairs keep Great Lakes shipping industry working through winter
by Marketplace Contributor
Elizabeth Miller/ideastream
Changing its business model helped Great Lakes Towing survive and expand.
Does Trump’s Twitter beef with Nordstrom cross an ethics line?
by Adam Allington
Or is he just defending his daughter?

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We’re starting off today with something the president reportedly did at 3 in the morning, and something else he did at 11 in the morning. Welcome to the American economy in 2017. First up, President Donald Trump reportedly called up his national security adviser to ask if a strong or weak dollar was better for the U.S. It’s a good question! And a complicated one. Next, we’ll look at the president’s Twitter feud with Nordstrom and where ethics rules come into play. Plus, a look at Kentucky coal and Great Lakes shipping.