Sep 28, 2011

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Commentary

Reacting to a recession

by David Frum

Sep 28, 2011

The Great Recession has changed the way many conservatives talk about economic policy.

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Can Germany afford to say 'nein' to eurozone plan?

by Stephen Beard

Sep 28, 2011

The German parliament faces a big decision on whether to bail out Greece again. If Germany decides not to help, there could be devastating consequences.

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Amazon unveils Kindle Fire

by Ilya Marritz

Sep 28, 2011

The tablet could be the first real rival to the iPad.

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Family Dollar stores ramping up

by Jennifer Collins

Sep 28, 2011

Family Dollar beat fourth quarter expectations and plans to open up to 500 new outlets next year. The chain has a recipe for what it's doing.

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Letters: Dynamic pricing, education reform

by Marketplace Staff

Sep 28, 2011

Going over listeners' responses to past broadcasts. This week: On dynamic pricing, why conferences cost so much, and what needs to change in education.

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Deaths from tainted cantaloupe mount

by Alisa Roth

Sep 28, 2011

Cantaloupe contaminated with bacteria has killed at least 13 Americans. As the toll likely rises, how long will it take for the melon industry?

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Google invests in rooftop solar

by Adriene Hill

Sep 28, 2011

The Internet company expands its investment in green energy, now with an eye on the residential power market.

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Health care workers make for confident consumers

by Gregory Warner

Sep 28, 2011

Detroit's growing health care workforce may help turn the Motor City around.

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Music from the episode

Charlane's Allure Tom Duda

[untitled] Neutral Milk Hotel

My President Instrumental Icons

What Goes Around.../...Comes Around (Interlude) Justin Timberlake

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