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Tom\'s local post office may close down, and yours might too. But do you know what is bankrupting the post office. The Senate will soon vote on the Laws at Sea Treaty. We tell you what it is and why you should be concerned. Also, taxing the rich, and shutting down the pundits.

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What Happened: The Post Office


You\'re probably aware of the Post Office\'s financial problems. But what you might not know is what is actually causing them. Then - how the Laws of Sea treaty could take power from the Pentagon and give it to the UN.

What Happened: The Housing Market


ARM\'s and derivatives were two of the main causes of the financial meltdown. And people are still hurting. But over regulation is stifling a recovery.

What Happened: Taxing the Rich


Some people\'s solution to all of our financial woes is to make the rich pay their \"fair share.\" But there a way that makes everything fair for everyone.

What Happened: Exposing the Punditry


If you don\'t like the way the networks are presenting you their views on the news,there is a solution: turn off the TV