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Date Added: July 31, 2008 10:12:03 PM

Global warming will take a toll on U.S. businesses and consumers whether or not the government acts to curb greenhouse gas emissions. Either federal regulations will raise the costs of doing business or, unchecked, the climate trend will boost prices for health care, food and insurance.

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