Calculating the Costs of the Longest Government Shutdown in History

The Takeaway

Calculating the Costs of the Longest Government Shutdown in History

By some estimates, the shutdown will soon cost as much as the President has requested for his wall. 

Having to Pay $12 for a Gallon of Gas Sparks Deadly Protests Across Zimbabwe

The outcry for the price hike comes six months after the after the election of Emmerson Mnangagwa, who promised “radical economic reforms to attract investment” at his inauguration.

How Fuel Theft Led to Mexico’s Gas Crisis

Fuel thieves have been tapping into pipelines throughout Mexico. The newly-elected President has a plan to stop them. Will it work?

What the Gillette Ad Says About the Changing Social Landscape 

Gillette said they “expected debate.” And they sure got it.

Guests:

Steve Liesman

Andrew Meldrum

Patrick McDonnell

Josh Weltman

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