Well Within My Means

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Well Within My Means

Jul 13, 09

Posted by Evlondo Cooper in Budgeting, Saving, Soul-Survival

Like many Americans forced to confront new economic realities after the near collapse of our financial system, I have been learning to live within my means. While most economists are lamenting the fact that most Americans have picked the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression to learn fiscal responsibility, it is hard...

Is The Stimulus Plan Working?

Jul 06, 09

Posted by Evlondo Cooper in Economic Stimulus Plan, News, Recession Opinions

The news from throughout the country has been discouraging. Unemployment hit 9.5%, while real unemployment hovers around 16.5%. Over two million jobs have been lost since Mr. Obama took office. Foreclosures are rising, while economists expect 1.5 million people to file bankruptcy this year. Many states are facing severe...