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Greece depends heavily on tourism, but the economic crisis is driving away visitors like these ones photographing the Acropolis in Athens from the top of a tour bus last October.

The Greek economy depends heavily on tourism. The crisis seems to be scaring away visitors, which would deal the economy another blow. But could the crisis create a bargain for travelers who would simultaneously be giving the Greek economy a boost?

Romney Says No To Super PAC Smear Campaign

Mitt Romney releases his first general election campaign ad. Plus wealthy GOP investors say their super PAC won't run a smear campaign connecting controversial pastor Jeremiah Wright with President Obama. Host Michel Martin discusses the latest political developments with Lenny McAllister of Politic365.com and author Michael Fauntroy.

Americans: A 'Bunch Of Amateurs,' And Proud Of It

In his new book, journalist Jack Hitt says America's amateur spirit goes back to the nation's origins — and it's nothing to be ashamed of. The Europeans viewed the Americans as an "unfinished people," Hitt says. "We were amateur everything." And it's only made the nation better.

How Consumers Could Be Affected If CVS And Aetna Merge

NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Amanda Starc, associate professor of strategy at Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management, about the implications of a potential CVS and Aetna merger. She says that consumers will probably not see a reduction in their prescription drug prices, if the deal goes through.

House Speaker Paul Ryan answers reporters' questions moments after the House narrowly passed a budget, 216 to 212, beginning a process for the Senate to move forward on an overhaul of the tax code.

SALT Reduction Becomes Major Sticking Point In Tax Overhaul. So What Is SALT?

The Trump administration and congressional leaders want to close a popular tax break, but they're getting resistance from some fellow Republicans.

Dr. Agnes Binagwaho: "When I was a little mouse, I tried to make as much noise as a lion. When I became stronger, I made less noise because the objective was to change. And sometimes to change, you better study and try to do it without screaming too much."

Agnes Binagwaho Is A Doctor With 'Sassitude'

When she was a "little mouse," the Rwandan pediatrician tried to make as much noise as a lion. Now as a global health activist, she's learning to make change "without screaming too much."

Catalans Calling Themselves 'Silent Majority' Protest Independence Effort

A rally for Spanish unity was held Sunday in Barcelona after Catalonia was stripped of its autonomy for declaring independence. Rachel Martin talks with journalist Lucia Benavides in Barcelona.

A busy sidewalk in Jakarta, Indonesia's capital. Indonesia's founding philosophy includes the notions of unity and social justice for all. But there are growing concerns that the country is becoming less tolerant than it once was.

PHOTOS: Indonesia At A Crossroads

Indonesia's founding philosophy includes the notions of unity and social justice for all. But there are growing concerns that the country is becoming less tolerant than it once was.

Dmitri Diliani, a Palestinian member of the Greek Orthodox church, stands on the roof of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem overlooking the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, which houses the traditional tomb of Jesus.

Greek Orthodox Church Sells Land In Israel, Worrying Both Israelis And Palestinians

Greek Orthodox Church leaders have quietly sold off several properties and leases to Israeli, Jewish and anonymous investors fronted by companies registered in far-flung tax havens.

People walk through Trump Tower in New York City in August. Condo prices in the building have fallen, according to journalist and author Tim O'Brien.

Several Trump Properties Suffer Financially (But Not Ones He Visits Often)

The president's golf courses in Florida and New Jersey are doing well, but the Trump Organization has taken hits in its New York buildings and golf courses abroad.

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