I had the opportunity to talk with three folks representing what I think are interesting data points regarding the economic situation and its effects over the last three weeks. Again, comments are paraphrases, not quotes: From a car repair place:…
Category: Economic Stimulus
Anecdotal Observations from Main Street
I’ve been collecting comments from people running or managing retail businesses, to see what changes consumers have been made. From a gas station manager: People are pumping differently. They’re not filling up, but I see them around more often. They’re…
Instant Feedback on Bush Speech
Everything listed by the President may happen even with a massive bailout. Given the amount at risk, I suggest the following alternative plan: Wait until after the elections to do anything other than take the time to analyze the models…
Refunds and Recipients
Let’s do a little math, shall we? Uncle Sam, in the name of “economic stimulation,” is giving each of us $600, plus $300 per child, of our own money back, to help pull our economy back from the brink. Let’s…