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November 5, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and campaign finance
November 5, 2018
Why It’s Tough to Give (Campaign Finance) Money Away

When Seattle tried using Democracy Vouchers to support campaign finance, the results were not entirely what they had expected.

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October 23, 2018
economic news roundup and working hours
October 23, 2018
Changing EU Times

European Union time zones could change if individual nations get to choose if they want perpetual summer time or winter time.

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October 18, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and corporate logos
October 18, 2018
Throwback Thursday: Remembering Logos at Chase and American Airlines

#TBT: Today's Throwback Thursday looks back at Chase Bank and ahead to American Airlines to see how corporate logos have changed.

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October 4, 2018
eekly Economic News Roundup and check use
October 4, 2018
Are Wages Really Growing?

Although wage growth may be accelerating, a look at the U.S. and also at Amazon's recent announcement reflects the disparities.

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September 18, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and paying for blueberries
September 18, 2018
When Money Is Not the Best Incentive

Because a fine is supposed to be a deterrent, six Israeli day-care centers were surprised when their late pickup fee had unintended consequences.

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September 16, 2018
Weekly economic news roundup and Waffle House Index
September 16, 2018
What the Waffle House Index Says About a Storm

As a leading indicator for business activity during a natural disaster, the color coding for the Waffle House Index provides a handy forecast.

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August 27, 2018
Weekly economic News Roundup and $100 bills
August 27, 2018
What Money Should Look Like

Using color, size and content, better banknote currency design would make our dollar bills more functional and meaningful.

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August 20, 2018
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August 20, 2018
Why Aretha Franklin Should Have Earned More From “Respect”

Looking at who did not pay Aretha Franklin for "Respect," we can see why music copyright law is being rewritten by the Congress.

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August 16, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and road safety
August 16, 2018
Why Driving is Safer in Sweden

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August 12, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and invading ride-share markets
August 12, 2018
Upsetting Uber’s Economics

Legislation from the New York City Council will upset Uber economics when it limits the number of new ride-hailing vehicle licenses.

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August 9, 2018
weekly economic roundup and pension income systems
August 9, 2018
Six More Facts We Need To Know About Social Security

Although Social Security solvency has not been in the headlines, it remains a massive challenge that we need to understand.

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August 8, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and tariff impact
August 8, 2018
(Almost) All You Need To Know About Quotas

From sleeveless jackets to begging brides and young sports teams with no uniforms, the complexities of quotas can produce a slew of unpredictable results.

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