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Brain Drain Plagues Italy

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When it comes to the European economy, there's a lot of concern about Italy. Unemployment there is ticking up above 10 percent, and youth unemployment — at a very worrying 31 percent — is among the highest in Europe. Emigration from Italy has doubled in the last few years, and a majority of those leaving are young and skilled. Reporter Anna Bensted has the story.

This segment aired on January 4, 2019.

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