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Still Living With Your Parents as an Adult? Well, You're Hurting the Economy

Shauna Wright — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:54:07 +0000

While many college grads are only too happy to fly their parents’ nest and get a place of their own, the dip in the economy has meant some can’t — or won’t — until they feel more financially able to do so comfortably. What does this mean for the economy? Unfortunately, nothing good.

Economic Woes Lead to More Men Becoming 'Mannies'

Shauna Wright — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:29:50 +0000

While child care-givers such as babysitters and nannies have traditionally been women, the recent dip in the economy lead some men into the profession as well.

Dubbed “mannies,” the guys are often unemployed teachers, daycare workers or fathers.

Survey of the Day: 47 Percent of Americans Think Wall Street Harms the Economy

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:58:11 +0000

The Occupy Wall Street movement continues to generate headlines, so what better time to see what Americans actually think of our esteemed financial institutions? Forty-seven percent of Americans think Wall Street hurts the American economy more than it helps, whereas only 38 percent think the opposite is true. Fifteen percent of the 3,029 adults who [...]

It's Been A Tough Year

Courtney Nelson — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 23:46:03 +0000

It was a tough year, but I have almost made it!!! But not everyone is as lucky as I am. The economy is so bad that I got a pre-declined credit card in the mail. I ordered a burger at McDonald’s, and the kid behind the counter asked, “Can you afford fries with that?” CEO’s [...]