This is the second of three posts looking at how the U.S. economy will do in 2013. Wednesday's installment examined the positive fundamentals that should drive a good year. Today's considers the political risks that could undermine those fundamentals. Friday's will look at international risks to the outlook. Read full article >>
Three Ways Washington Could Mess Up The Recovery In 2013
Neil Irwin, Washington Post
Thu, 12/27/2012 - 8:50am
Topics: congress economy fiscal cliff u.s. economy
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