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In Dog Times, Peddling Franks Gets Hot

White-collar workers open 'recession-proof' businesses

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Apr 9, 2009 7:16 AM CDT

(Newser) – A frank look at the economy is driving white-collar workers to open small businesses they call “recession-proof”—hot dog carts. Long limited to big cities, stands are turning up even in tiny towns, and are often run by professionals who haven’t quit...   Read full story »

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