Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, though applications remain above levels consistent with a healthy economy.
Unemployment Applications Drop, But Remain High
Kansas City Star: Business, Kansas City Star: Business
Thu, 06/16/2011 - 5:38am
Topics: economy unemployment unemployment benefits
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