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The 'American Dream:' Does it have a future?
For the first time, it's possible to measure "the American Dream." The results are sobering — especially for the middle class. We hear about the failures of government — and some individuals — and the role of income inequality.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenPhoto: Daniel Lobo
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3 storiesObama Administration pushes last-minute environment regulations
President Obama is taking advantage of these last weeks of his administration to shore up his legacy on the environment. On Monday the administration finalized a rule that holds coal companies to a strict standard of restoring land to its original condition before digging began.
Read the story7 minThe 'American Dream:' Does it have a future?
The "American Dream" has been defined as an increased standard of living from generation to generation. It's when children make better pay, own more property and enjoy life's comforts more than their parents. Now, the American Dream can actually be measured. The numbers are not encouraging.
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A new level of ruthlessness is being encouraged and sanctioned by the President of the Philippines.
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