[ninenot]

we know because in 2001-2003 we just survived such a downturn!

It ain't over yet, honey.

The recession continues un-abated in Wisconsin, despite the best efforts of 200,000 Harley-riders to spend Wisconsin back to the promised land.

But it DOES seem that the national numbers are heading in the right direction for a change.

[WOSG]

The recession is over. Dont look in the rear-view mirror - it's over. Growth will be 3-4% over the coming 12 months.

And yes, it actually started in Q3 2000, when industrial production first dipped.