As Fiscal Cliff Nears, Simpson-Bowles Re-Emerges
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Sunday, October 07, 2012
You Ask, We Answer: Candidates On Housing, Taxes
October 7, 2012 Which housing programs would Mitt Romney eliminate? What would President Obama do to the tax code? NPR reporters read between the lines of the candidates' positions on housing and tax policies.
Mitt Romney
Taxes Are Certain, But What About Romney's Cuts?
October 7, 2012 Gov. Mitt Romney started his campaign calling for big tax breaks for the middle class. Over time his goals for those breaks have expanded to maintaining the government's flow of income and creating jobs. In the end, will a middle-class tax cut still be possible?
Saturday, October 06, 2012
Politics
Defense Companies Hold Off On Pink Slips, For Now
October 6, 2012 This week, defense contractors said they would not issue layoff warnings, even though looming budget cuts could lead to big job losses in 2013. That's led to charges that the White House overstepped when it told the industry the notices are not needed.
Holiday Jobs Come With Uncertainty For Workers
October 6, 2012 Retailers expect to hire hundreds of thousands of extra workers this holiday season to help with the anticipated spike in sales. But for seasonal retail workers, the hours can be scarce — and unpredictable — before the jobs disappear altogether following the holidays.
Friday, October 05, 2012
The Two-Way
Record High Prices At The Gas Pump Likely To Linger In California
October 5, 2012 Refinery and pipeline troubles pushed wholesale fuel costs to a record high this week, leading to higher gas prices for Californians. Industry watchers say those prices may not drop any time soon.
