The Paradox of Thrift is an economic conundrum that bears special attention during this period of economic recovery. How can we act responsibly by increasing our savings rate during these uncertain economic times while simultaneously taking part in the stimulus? My suggestion: go to your neighbors and urge them to make purchases. Bring Wish Lists filled with items you've been putting off purchasing, preferring to stash away a bit more for an inevitable rainy day. It's a win-win. You'll get some shopping done, free and easy as can be, and they'll have been empowered by you to do their part. Don't forget to include members of your extended family, close friends and acquaintances, and co-workers on your list.Your nation needs you.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Hayden Jonas-Cyrus
Hayden Panettiere's feature in an unfortunately perused recent People magazine wherein she chatted about her car and her favorite bottled water put me in mind of a 1950s Photoplay. Well, kids, I do remember a time in this here Republic when people objected to being fed manufactured celebrity blather. Of course this time coincided with the Pet Rock/Rubik's Cube years. But I digress. And I dilute the power of my argument. Not for the first time. To paraphrase the Journalist's Checklist: Where is the ability to discern entertainment from noise? Who is Jon and Kate? Why does Disney get to decide which music white suburban teenagers listen to? When did so called outrageous behavior that no one can be bothered to be outraged by qualify as interesting? How long have I been asleep? What?
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