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  “In the U.S., why does a family need two incomes to live at a standard that was previously attainable by one?” This is an excellent discussion with no clear answer.
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• Money and Values: Locally-Owned Businesses Vs. Corporate Chains
  “I try to involve my values in my financial decisions by supporting locally-owned small businesses over corporations.” This is something Kris and I value, too. If there’s a good locally-owned option, we usually choose it.
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• » Question of the Day #15 on Consumerism Commentary: A Personal Finance Blog
  “While growing up, what were you taught about personal money management by your immediate family and surroundings (directly or by example, positive or negative), and how do these ideas factor into your life now?”
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This article is about Spare Change  Tuesday, 22nd August 2006 (by J.D. Roth)