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Economic Update: Economics of Corruption

This episode provides updates on “Blockupy” protests in Europe, and more.

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This episode provides updates on a press conference concerning Janet Yellen, “Blockupy” protests in Europe against the ECB and austerity. We also respond to questions on New York Mayor de Blasio signing a bill for worker co-ops and an important fight over the closing of Sweet Briar college. Finally, we interview veteran reporter Bob Hennelly on the economics of US political corruption, focusing on his native New Jersey.

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