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January 9, 2013

Greece, Spain Turning into Failed States

Robin Shepherd, The Commentator

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Jobless rates in Spain and Greece have reached staggering proportions. And as long as these countries retain the euro, the prospects of recovery are slim.

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TAGGED: Spain, Greece, Europe, Eurozone

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