To Save the Economy, We Need to Stop Saving

As consumers hibernate and investors hoard cash, the economy is withering. This new age of thrift is understandable. But for a recovery to take hold, Americans will need to start taking risks again. Full Story »

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by Kaizar Campwala - Mar. 16, 2009

A highly recommended opinion piece that brings great information, both historical and otherwise, in making a case for renewed spending on the part of Americans. One thing that's missing is a discussion of how people can invest such that all wages will rise, as opposed to the uneven growth we saw in the first half of this decade.

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by Fabrice Florin - Mar. 16, 2009
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by Barry Grossheim - Mar. 16, 2009

When is saving bad? Now, according to this piece. Risk build our country and until people once again are willing to take financial risks it is ... More »

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