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Marketplace Weekend for Friday, November 4, 2016
Nov 3, 2016

Marketplace Weekend for Friday, November 4, 2016

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On this episode of Marketplace Weekend, an election-themed long and short, a look at how politics influence the foods we eat, and a check-in with mayors around the country about their local economies. Plus, we answer listener's lingering questions about the economy before they vote. 

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Big Food spends big money on the candidates

by Hayley Hershman
Nov 3, 2016
Donations usually favor Republicans, but this year Democrats lead 2 to 1.
Food and agriculture companies traditionally donate to the Republican presidential candidate. But this year, it's different.
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7-Eleven invites customers to 'Cast their Cups'

by Levi Sharpe
Nov 4, 2016
Once again, people are wearing their political affiliations on their coffee sleeves. For the past five election cycles, 7-Eleven has offered its “7-Election: coffee promotion, where customers can buy a red “Republican” or blue “Democrat” coffee cup to show support for their political party and election candidate. Throughout the promotion, which began on Aug. 31 […]
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Mayors around the country weigh in before the election

by Hayley Hershman
Nov 4, 2016
They share their concerns about the economy.
Traber thinks Corvallis, Oregon, will go with Clinton, while Carter-King thinks a Trump majority is likely in Gillette, Wyoming.
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The Conversation: holiday travel

by Marketplace Weekend Staff
Nov 4, 2016
Do you have tips or tricks?
Traveling during the holidays can be daunting. How do you make it bearable?
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On this episode of Marketplace Weekend, an election-themed long and short, a look at how politics influence the foods we eat, and a check-in with mayors around the country about their local economies. Plus, we answer listener’s lingering questions about the economy before they vote. 

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