14 February 2008

Is the U.S. in a Recession?

Gallup’s chief economist tackles this and other pressing questions -- and tells how business can protect itself if there’s a serious downturn

A GMJ Q&A with Dennis Jacobe, Ph.D., Gallup’s chief economist
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This question has been nagging at executives, investors, and the media. Here, Gallup’s chief economist sheds some much-needed light on the subject. He also tells how companies can protect themselves if there’s a serious downturn and what managers -- many of whom have never lived through a real economic slump -- should know.
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Mark Shutt Posted On 2/14/2008 1:23:43 PM

Mr.Jacobe,
Since the average American doesn't get a cost of living raise or anything to help them out...someone like Toyota ought to set an example and lead the way in putting out a vechile that gets 75-80mpg city and 90-100mpg hwy.(REGULAR GASOLINE), even if the people couldn't afford it, people always find a way if it is something they truely want. Instead of having the President of US tell Car Manf. to do it...have someone like Toyota or GM set the Pace and set the example for others to follow. By the time ALL the other guys got started Toyota of GM would already gave the market. It will take 2 or 3 years for the others to get evrything passed through congress. Thanks for your time in my thought of the day.

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