Here is a segment from 60 Minutes about the restrictions placed on the last Stimulus Package that required all purchases must be purchased from domestic providers, or commonly referred to as "Buy American". * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

This video is from the CBS Early Show and depicts how the auto industry effects the rest of the economy, "The Ripple Effect."  Making cars don't just effect autoworkers, they also effect all the areas that autoworkers and automakers spend money.

Here is a rare interview with the Federal Reserve Banking System Chairman, Ben Bernanke.  This 60 Minutes segment does a very nice job of explaining the role of the Federal Reserve and also what they think about the current environment. Click here for part II of the interview * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

This is a 60 Minutes report on the role of the FDIC.  It goes through all the ways they assist failing banks.  The bank for this special was a small community bank in Northern Illinois.  It's kind of interesting to watch them reassure the bank customers and the community in general. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

Here are a few clips from the Colbert Report about Central Illinois. The Colbert Report Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Better Know a District - Illinois' 17th - Phil Hare www.colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full Episodes 2010 Election March to Keep Fear Alive

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This is a video put together on Ben Bernanke after being named as Time Magazines "Person of the Year".  It is pretty insightful as to his influences and the challenges he faces in one of the most important positions in the world. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

This video accompanies the Time Magazine piece on Ben Bernanke.  Here they discuss the influence that the Federal Reserve Banking System has, along with all the assets and tools at their disposal in trying to maintain a balance between Inflation and Economic Growth. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

This 60 Minutes segment talks about the impact of California's Water Shortage problem.  It discusses the problems they face in trying to resolve the problem, in addition to the potential outcomes with respect to reduced crop yields. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

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This video, "Dream Weaving in Rwanda," looks at how the victims (mostly fatherless households) of the Rwanda 1994 Genocide have worked to create new industry in the impoverished areas of the country.  This is a good example of both Economic Development and the Specialization. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

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Here is a PBS Frontline Video "The Meltdown".  It discusses the sequences leading up to the bank failures and how they were forced to deal with it.  It does a good job of covering a majority of the aspects we discussed in class. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

Here is a video from Duke Behavior Economics Professor Dan Ariely about how Consumers face Opportunity Costs.  He does a nice job of explaining the concept and describing how to think about potential trade-offs.

This 60 Minutes segment, "3 Million Open Jobs," discusses the issue of structural unemployment, talking about how even manufacturing jobs are now requiring a specified skill set.

Here is the exchange between Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and Congressman Ron Paul.  They are debating the use of gold as currency; the undertone of the debate revolves around Congressman Paul wanting to disband the Federal Reserve and give its authority to government.

Here is a 60 Minutes Segment about Coal Ash.  Coal Ash is the residue that is left over after mining for coal.  Coal is used for both electricity (as is discussed in the segment), but also is used to construct steel. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

Here is How It's Made: Rolls Royce Phantom a small clip on the production process of the vehicle.  You should watch this en concert with the Chevrolet Camaro video, paying attention to the variations in the production process.  * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

Ultimate Factories: Chevrolet Camaro.  Watch  between the 1:00 and 6:30 mark. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.

Here is a 60 Minutes segment, "The False Confession Capital," that takes an interesting look at the Prisoner's Dilemma issues in Chicago. * If you aren't able to view this video, here is a link to it.