December 2000
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Many cities are stepping up their rodent-control efforts--and touting
prevention rather than extermination.
Millions of Americans are convinced that government is careless with
their personal secrets. Government isn't doing much to reassure them.
Short-term lending is a growth industry in states all over the
country. In many places, lenders can charge the customer whatever they
want.
Nursing homes are out of favor. Assisted living is in. Should
regulators keep their hands off this fast-growing form of care?