U.S. Economic Confidence Best Since 2008

U.S. Economic Confidence Best Since 2008

More realistic news on the economy. This is what happens when you keep the GOP out of office long enough for them not to be constantly raping the economy to the advantage of the wealthiest Americans. Still no credit from most Americans, it seems, for Obama's amazing steady hand in turning around the economy, in the face of what was going to be the second Great Depression. It defies all understanding. If GOP Americans care about deficits, in deeds, not empty words, they will keep Obama in office. No, growth isn't spectacular, but fast paced greed is what got us into the mess. Remember, slow and steady wins the race and the world economy is not helping the American economy to recover faster, as both Europe and Asia are facing problems with growth in their own markets.

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