Public Opinion
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Washington state consumers started paying more for soda, candy and gum this year amid a nationwide push to impose higher taxes on sugary foods.
OLYMPIA, Wash. - The state that produced America's richest man has never taken a cut of its residents' income.
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's $800 billion-plus economic stimulus law may not be earning good grades with the public, but the White House claims it's on track to produce the promised 3.5 million jobs.
OMAHA, Neb. - A September survey of supply managers in nine Midwest and Plains states suggests improving economic conditions, according to a report released Friday.
NEW YORK - The holiday hiring picture looks a bit merrier this year.
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