Paul Krugman: Jobs Report Optimism May Prove 'Self-Defeating' - Huffington Post

Paul Krugman: Jobs Report Optimism May Prove 'Self-Defeating' Huffington Post With the total destruction of US jobs caused by the FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS that were created by the US government, almost everybody's job is going to be outsourced, and the remaining doctors, auto repairmen, construction workers, and other jobs that ... and more »

Eyeing greener acres, new farmers reap growing US aid - Reuters

Eyeing greener acres, new farmers reap growing US aid Reuters The US government is not only monitoring the trend, it is encouraging it - backing loans for land purchases and operating expenses as well as grants for seminars and workshops to train people how to be farmers. Government-backed loans to new farmers ... and more »

Job gains fueling stock gains - USA TODAY

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Job gains fueling stock gains USA TODAY The government said Friday that 243000 jobs were created last month, more than 100000 above what economists expected. More important, the US unemployment rate fell from 8.5% to 8.3%, its lowest in three years. Historically, the Standard & Poor's 500 ... and more »

Republicans eye government jobs to limit defense cuts - Reuters

Republicans eye government jobs to limit defense cuts Reuters A 5 percent cut in personnel would translate to about 100000 jobs. Agencies would only be able to hire two people for every three who retire or leave government employment. "I believe that the cuts ... aimed at the Department of Defense are a threat to ... and more »

US targets food stamp fraud as election looms - Reuters

US targets food stamp fraud as election looms Reuters That number includes many displaced workers, who are now attempting to eke out a living with low-wage or part-time jobs. In many states, a family of four with net income of just over $23000 would qualify for food stamps. and more »