Europe vs the US: How do they compare?
Radio 4's Sarah Montague and Evan Davis discuss.
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The World At One's Sarah Montague and PM's Evan Davis consider "Europe versus America" - how do they compare, in income, job opportunities, life expectancy, literacy, and quality of life and happiness?