Tag Archives: business cycle

Credit Contraction Episodes

Posted on April 7, 2017 by MN Gordon

Taking the path of least resistance doesn’t always lead to places worth going.  In fact, it often leads to places that are better to avoid.  Repeatedly skipping work to sleep in and living off credit cards will eventually lead to … Continue reading →

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Don’t Blame Trump When the World Ends

Posted on February 3, 2017 by MN Gordon

There was, indeed, a time when clear thinking and lucid communication via the written word were held in high regard.  As far as we can tell, this wonderful epoch concluded in 1936.  Everything since has been tortured with varying degrees … Continue reading →

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The One Thing that Will Change Everything

Posted on November 4, 2016 by MN Gordon

“There are more things in heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy.” – William Shakespeare, Hamlet Ticking Time Bomb The American populace counts down to Election Day with impatient intent.  Will their party man occupy the … Continue reading →

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Meddling with Markets for Work and for Pleasure

Posted on October 28, 2016 by MN Gordon

The popular economic theme being reported by the popular press still remains.  That the economy is grinding higher.  That growth is improving, albeit slowly.  That blue skies are just over the horizon. Naturally we have some misgivings.  As far as … Continue reading →

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