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When the Whole Paper Edifice Collapses

There was massive carnage on Wall Street yesterday – again.  No doubt, it makes for some exciting headlines.  But here at the Economic Prism we won’t take your time to ponder the stock market’s precipitous decline.  For, today, we’re more … Continue reading

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When the Voters Get Whacked Again

Yesterday, at opening bell, stocks paused for a moment and then barfed all over themselves.  After that, they did it again…and again.  When it was over the DOW had plunged 512 points and Wall Street had fully freaked out. Is … Continue reading

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Deliver Us From Idiots

A central benefit of the government’s debt ceiling calamity was the outstanding comedy it provided.  We’ll certainly miss the B-rated entertainment.  While it’s unfortunate a default was avoided, the whole hullabaloo served up some tasty performances. President Obama, for one, … Continue reading

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Europe Doubles Down on Greek Bailout

Hot dry Santa Ana winds blow from the east across the California desert every fall.  They rip and roar their way over and down the mountain passes and rumble their way across the vast Los Angeles basin, pushing the smog … Continue reading

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