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In the Loop: fiscal cliff news


Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 03/07/2013

Sequester requires tight rein on travel

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Looking for savings in California wine country

By Al Kamen  |  07:00 AM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 02:54 PM ET, 12/18/2012

Millionaires will take a nasty tax hit down the fiscal cliff

By Al Kamen
IN THE LOOP | Tax Policy Center calculations show the extent of the pain for the wealthy.

By Al Kamen  |  02:54 PM ET, 12/18/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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