[o_zarkman44]

New unemployment claims were up last week also. I think this is the double dip of the recession.
Everyone I know is spending absolutely nothing beyond what is necessary.
I knew that when winter hit fully, the reality of no progress in any economic sector would become evident.
The good cheer of the holiday season has expired.

[reagan_fanatic]

Everyone I know is spending absolutely nothing beyond what is necessary.

I see plenty of evidence of that. My company's business has been off by over 50% since mid 2009.

About the only businesses that still seem to be doing well are restaurants. Everyone else I've spoken with says their business is way off as well. Doncha just love this Obama economy?