diamondfan
Super_Ideal_Rock
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The query was were we noticing specific signs in our areas that would be indicative of the economic issues at large and did we think we are in a recession. My answer was there are fewer signs where I live (not NONE) but I do know people are feeling pinched, some more than others. Fill your tank or grocery shop and you cannot help but see it. I also agree that the wealthiest Americans will be the last to feel it, if at all. That is a very small sector overall. And of course there are those who profit when others are struggling, sadly this is not a new concept. People are paying more at the pump and check out line. They are having to make sacrfices and tough choices daily. The subprime crisis is affecting student loans and college is in jeopardy for students. Gas prices affect transport companies and solo or small business operators are feeling it first and likely hardest.
The list and ripples are countless and likely will get worse.
I took note of a nasty tone and unfounded personal and disparaging remarks. I will not be demeaned or condescended to. I owe no explanations for how I spend my money. I answered DF''s question as it relates to what I experience. I cannot speak for people''s bank balances nor do I always know what others have forgone while money is tighter. I only know what I see here. I certainly do not think this is ondicative of the country in general. And I hope no one here is really in the throes of anything financially devasting.I hope something can be done quickly to alleviate this increasingly scary situation.
The list and ripples are countless and likely will get worse.
I took note of a nasty tone and unfounded personal and disparaging remarks. I will not be demeaned or condescended to. I owe no explanations for how I spend my money. I answered DF''s question as it relates to what I experience. I cannot speak for people''s bank balances nor do I always know what others have forgone while money is tighter. I only know what I see here. I certainly do not think this is ondicative of the country in general. And I hope no one here is really in the throes of anything financially devasting.I hope something can be done quickly to alleviate this increasingly scary situation.