The U.S. Constitution: And Fascinating Facts About It

Terry L. Jordan

	The U.S. Constitution: And Fascinating Facts About It
	Published: 01 May, 1999
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	Author: Terry L. Jordan

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The U.S. Constitution: And Fascinating Facts About It

High Food Prices A Two-Edged Sword For Farmers

For some farmers in Honduras, high food prices mean greater profits. But others can't afford the higher costs for fertilizer and pesticides, so they're cutting back on production.

As Retail Chains Fold, Shoppers Flock To Bargains

In the past few weeks, some retail chains have gone out of business, or filed for bankruptcy protection. Retail consultant Howard Davidowitz traces the problem to increasing online sales and the credit crunch, among other factors.

BP Learns Not To Mess With Russia

Oil company BP appears to be getting run out of Russia. The CEO of BP Russia is now running the company from an undisclosed location in Eastern Europe. He's afraid of being harassed inside the country. This is not the first time a foreign company has been muscled out.

U.S. Car Dealers Find Overseas Market Online

In New Jersey's high-end used automobile dealerships, showrooms are quiet. But some dealers say business is booming: They're shipping secondhand trophy cars to buyers overseas.

For Sellers Of Used Goods, Business Is Booming

Business may be slow in a lot of places, but the consignment industry is booming. Worries about high prices for food and fuel have a lot of people trying to sell old items they might have thrown away or donated in the past.

Tracking Ups And Downs Of Global Oil Demand

When demand for oil rises, so does the price — which leads many people to try to go without, bringing the price back down. John Kingston, director of oil at Platts, which publishes <em>Oilgram News,</em> says the decreased demand for oil in the U.S. has helped bring global oil prices down.

Airline Service In Smaller Markets Takes Nosedive

With the price of jet fuel doubling in the past year, airlines are trying to rid themselves of unprofitable routes. Since it's hard to make a profit flying short distances into small and medium-sized airports, some airlines are drastically cutting back service or getting out of those markets altogether.

Shared Custody Gets More Expensive

As flight prices go up, divorced parents have to get creative about visitation costs. Flights from Pittsburgh to southern California, for example, have skyrocketed, leaving a divorced father of two frustrated.

Losing A Job Doesn't Mean Financial Ruin

Money coach Alvin Hall offers advice on how to stay afloat financially after suffering a job loss. Hall also helps listeners navigate the sometimes complicated process of collecting unemployment insurance.

Effects Of The Ethanol Mandate On The Price Of Corn

The Bush administration wants ethanol in gas tanks and has mandated that more than 11 billion gallons of it be made next year. The debate is whether, and how much, ethanol is to blame for rising food prices. Consumers may not realize that the ethanol mandate may also be raising the price of diesel gasoline.

Oil Drilling A Potent Rallying Cry For McCain

Sen. John McCain on Monday got an approving roar from the thousands gathered at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. McCain was seeking blue-collar and heartland support by visiting the giant motorcycle rally.

Obama's Turnaround On Oil Drilling, Tapping Reserve

Sen. Barack Obama was in the battleground state of Michigan on Monday and talked about his energy policy. His plan includes the possibility of limited new offshore drilling, and tapping the strategic petroleum reserve — both of which he once opposed.

Fed Committee Weighs Interest Rate Quandary

Federal Reserve policymakers are faced with the dueling problems of weak economic growth and advancing inflation. Analysts expect the Fed's rate to remain unchanged. Steve Inskeep talks with David Wessel, economics editor at <em>The Wall Street Journal</em>, about Tuesday's meeting of the Federal Reserve's Open Market Committee.

Heating Oil Spike Has Northeast On Edge

It's still hot outside, but Northeasterners are already bracing for the cold. Heating oil prices have almost doubled over last year. Kerosene and natural gas are up, too. Local officials are preparing for what they fear could be a drawn-out crisis this winter.

Obama Aims To Tap Oil Reserve To Curb Gas Prices

Sen. Barack Obama has proposed that the government sell 70 million barrels of oil from its strategic petroleum reserve to help reduce gasoline prices. He has previously opposed such a move. John McCain, meanwhile, again has called for offshore drilling.

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