'Your papers, please' must never be heard in America
Uncertainty about the "fiscal cliff" in Washington could have a significant impact on consumer behavior over the holidays in a state like Maryland that relies on the federal government for so many jobs, the head of the Maryland Retailers Association told a panel of state officials on Thursday.

Uncertainty about the "fiscal cliff" in Washington could have a significant impact on consumer behavior over the holidays in a state such as Maryland that relies on the federal government for so many jobs, the head of the Maryland Retailers Association told a panel of state officials on Thursday.