But the situation denies many businesses the credit they need to operate, and further slows a struggling economy.

VOA: special.2009.01.30

But it slows down in water that is not deep.

VOA: special.2009.03.17

High unemployment reduces spending which slows recovery.

VOA: special.2009.05.29

It's hard not to get caught up in this funny story. John Bevis tells a lot of tales this time of year when life slows down.

VOA: standard.2009.12.11