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<p>Jackie Galinis looks in her refrigerator and freezer to figure out what she can make for a Thanksgiving meal at her home in Pawtucket, R.I., Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2011. Galanis, 30 years old, plans to cook for friends and relatives with whatever she has in the freezer, as she is unemployed and doesn't have the money to buy a frozen turkey. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)</p>

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Passing on the turkey
November 24, 2011 8:15 p.m.

Passing on the turkey

Economy means scaled-back holiday for many

Some are holding potluck dinners instead of springing for the entire feast. Others are staying home rather than flying. And a few are skipping the turkey altogether.