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Assessing the state of the economy
Broadcast: Midday, 03/14/2008, 11:00 a.m.
St. Paul, Minn. — Consumers are spending less, unemployment is climbing, the credit crunch is complicating matters, and energy prices are at record highs.
Meanwhile, top policymakers in Washington have proposed reforms to toughen rules for mortgage brokers, lenders and credit agencies. Midday examines the latest news on the economy.
Guests
Chris Farrell: Minnesota Public Radio's chief economics correspondent.
Dan Laufenberg: Chief economist for Ameriprise Financial.
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