Discuss a current economic issue

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It's time to apply what you are learning to understanding real world events. Pick an article that considers a current economic issue and analyze, using what you've learned so far in macroeconomics (and micro!) ) For this assignment you are to read the article, answer the following questions, and explain the economic significance of this article. In 2-3 pages (space and a half) you should:

  • briefly summarize the article
  • explain the economic issues in the article- what topics are addressed and what do they mean in terms of the article (i.e. what do the changes in this article represent in terms of the market)
  • explain what impact you think this might have on the US and/or global economy in the near future explain your answer.
  • be sure to provide a link so I can read the article

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