<p>There are only a few bills with strong bipartisan support in the soon-to-be lame duck Congress. Requiring AM radio in new cars is one of them. Proponents say AM radio is a vital part of the Emergency Alert System and still broadcasts news in rural communities. Carmakers aren&#8217;t buying it. Plus, the Dow&#8217;s got some newcomers, OPEC (once again) postpones increasing oil production, and farmers stress about tariffs ahead of the election.</p>

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Marketplace

Don’t touch that AM dial!

NOV 5, 202429 MIN
Marketplace

Don’t touch that AM dial!

NOV 5, 202429 MIN

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<p>There are only a few bills with strong bipartisan support in the soon-to-be lame duck Congress. Requiring AM radio in new cars is one of them. Proponents say AM radio is a vital part of the Emergency Alert System and still broadcasts news in rural communities. Carmakers aren&#8217;t buying it. Plus, the Dow&#8217;s got some newcomers, OPEC (once again) postpones increasing oil production, and farmers stress about tariffs ahead of the election.</p>