Tag Archives: economy
What Goes Around Comes Around
I’ve been reading a fair amount of historical nonfiction lately, and one thing that’s struck me is how the U.S. tends to go through fairly regular cycles of progressive vs. conservative thinking. Here, from “Asleep,” is some interesting data from … Continue reading
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Gainful Employment ‘R Us
Today’s challenge is to remember my first job, including how much I was paid. That’s a tougher question than you might think. Was my first job when I used to iron clothes for people, mostly extended family members? If so, … Continue reading
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Watching the struggle
Few things are as tough as watching your child struggle with something and not being able to help. The economy has led to her still being unemployed, more than a year past college graduation. She’s had one short-term job, and … Continue reading
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