Category Archives: Economy

Economic Frankenstein

Posted on October 25, 2013 by MN Gordon

According to the Department of Labor, 148,000 jobs were created in September.  The experts thought the number of new jobs would be closer to 180,000.  Still, the unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a percent to 7.2 percent. No doubt, … Continue reading →

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Cal Worthington RIP

Posted on September 17, 2013 by MN Gordon

Today we continue our search for clarity in the muddy waters of economics.  We want to know what will happen tomorrow…today.  Moreover, we want to consider how to use our estimations of the future to our advantage. One way to … Continue reading →

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Death of the Consumer and Other Miracles

Posted on September 6, 2013 by MN Gordon

Something peculiar is going on.  One data point says the economy’s improving.  Another says it’s floundering. Nonetheless, we strive to connect the dots and draw inferences as we go.  For example, according to data released Tuesday, manufacturing and construction spending … Continue reading →

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Things Are Getting Better and Other Popular Lies

Posted on August 27, 2013 by MN Gordon

The President says things are getting better.  The economy’s improving.  There will be prosperity for all in our time.  But if you live outside the Washington beltway, and earn your living through honest means, you know this is essentially a … Continue reading →

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