Chapter 8: The Economy
Web Destinations



The Economist
This is a magazine from England devoted to international economics and politics.

World Factbook 2000
This web site contains information on almost all of the countries of the world. Choose a country and browse the sections on politics, people, and economy to learn about the difficulties, the advantages, or disadvantages the country will have in competing in a global economy.

New York Times
The New York Times online provides information on current topics in intenational economics and politics.

Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal is America's premier newspaper devoted to national and international financial information.

Christian Science Monitor
This is the Internet version of the newspaper Christian Science Monitor. Use it to supplement your knowledge of current events in foreign and domestic economic markets.

Far Eastern Economic Review
Browse this site to receive up-to-date financial news on the Asia-Pacific region.

White House Economic Statistics Briefing Room
This file contains current graphs, charts, and statistics on macroeconomic issues in the United States.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration
This website provides you with a variety of information on the programs and policies of this government agency that is designed to protect workers' safety.


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