Thursday, April 2, 2009

Food Stamps in America



Hard times have hit the world economy and America. Odds are many of us know someone on food stamps- many because of the poor economic times.

This article can be used for April 13th.

Monday, March 30, 2009

Cost of Smoking Goes Up



Cost of smoking just increased. How much, why and what does this have to do with Economics?

April 6th article

Easter Candy, Calories and Economics



This article is due for April 6th.

Most of us are at least familiar with so called Easter Candy........ what does this have to do with the economics of health in our Economy.

Economics of Health Care


This article can be used for April 6th.

Do you agree with this proposal? What does this have to do with economics?

Government is handing out grades- "F's"



This is one article that you can use for April 6th.

Friday, March 27, 2009

Even Paradise Is Going Bankrupt



Vacation spots are struggling.
This article is for March 30th

Thursday, March 26, 2009

What Does Basketball Have To Do With The Economy?



NCAA Basketball in Dayton, Ohio.... what does this mean for Dayton's economy?
March 30th Article

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Recession Not As Long As Some Thought??



This article is for March 30th.
Even if you don't post...... read this article.

Recession- R -US



Predictions for the Recession.
This article is for March 30th

Even China is Struggling With The Recession


This article is for March 30th.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Recession Article: But This Might Be GOOD News!


So far, most of the articles I have posted have been on more the negative side about the economy and the recession..... finally, one that is a little more positive. We hope!

This article is for March 23rd

Sunday, March 15, 2009

What Is Your Most Valued Treasure?


This article is for March 23rd.

We all love to collect things. What makes this item such a valuable treasure? What is your most precious item that you have collected? Would you ever part from it with a dollar value?

Friday, March 13, 2009

How Much Is X-Box Worth To You?



Amazing how much we value our possessions...... what do you think about this situation?
Article for March 16th

Chris Brown


This article is dealing with economics in the music business. Chris Brown has recently been in the news...... not for just his music. Do you believe that he should be recognized for his talents only? or should the recent current events involving Rihanna influence recognition for his work.

This article is for March 16th

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Schools Offering Money To Students



Enough with the depressing news of the recession. Read this article and tell me what you think.
This article is for March 16th

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Great Recession



This article can be used for March 16th

Read the statistics that some are predicting.

End of Wall Street

Are You Kidding Me? This is America, People!!!



Staggering numbers are now in for how many children are homeless in America. What are they and what is your opinion about this situation.

This article is for March 16th.

Monday, March 9, 2009

Worst Since The Great Depression



What are the comparisons of this recession with the Great Depression?
This article is for May 16th.

You Want to Buy How Many Houses?


The number of foreclosures has risen in the United States. many have lost their homes, some are gaining from the struggles of others.

This article is for March 16th