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The effect of U.S. defense cuts on the standard of living

Economic Review , Volume 76 , Issue Jan , Pages 33-47

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Supersize me

Consumption trends suggest middle class continuing to get ahead.
Fedgazette , Volume 20 , Issue Sep , Pages 6-8

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Above the minimum : living-wage statutes are designed to help low-income workers in Baltimore and other Fifth District communities, but do they get the job done?

Econ Focus , Volume 8 , Issue Fall , Pages 26-29

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Regional labor markets, cost-of-living differentials, and migration

Working Paper Series / Economic Activity Section , Paper 91

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Policy options to improve the U.S. standard of living

The U.S. standard of living has been slipping relative to living standards in other industrial nations. While there is no easy road to national wealth, reducing the federal budget deficit appears to be the most dependable policy to enhance the future U.S. living standard.
Economic Review , Volume 73 , Issue Nov , Pages 3-17

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Has Middle America stagnated?

A closer look at hourly wages.
The Region , Volume 21 , Issue Sep , Pages 14-17, 56-59

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'Voting with your feet' and metro-area livability

Lists of the best places to live in the United States are as controversial and subjective as lists of Oscar nominees. A simple economic principle, though, can make the rankings much more objective and reflective of the average person's views.
The Regional Economist , Issue Apr , Pages 10-11

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Mother and child reunion

An intriguing look into why widows increasingly live alone
The Region , Volume 22 , Issue Dec , Pages 38-43

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Corpus Christi: an economy in transition

Corpus Christi tempts tourists with miles of beaches, sea breezes, an arts and museum district, waterfront restaurants, shopping and more. It is also home to a major seaport, Texas A&M UniversityCorpus Christi, a large health care system, military bases, refineries and chemical plants. Port activity and tourism remain important components of the Corpus Christi economy. However, some sectors are declining in importance, such as agriculture, oil and gas, petrochemicals and military, while others are expanding, such as health care, alternative energy and education. ; Jobs in the Corpus Christi ...
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Affordability and education: keys to San Antonio's long-term growth

This article analyzes San Antonio's competitiveness compared with a group of peer MSAs defined by similar attributes of location, industry composition, demographics, tourism and population size. Our analysis finds that San Antonio remains very economically competitive and likely will continue to enjoy above-average growth in the long run, although the Alamo City does face long-term challenges due to a less-educated population.
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