There is no gas shortage...

True dat blackadder......and if we stop consumer spending at our current rate, our economy will suffer! Boy this is complex stuff!

On WWL, an economist said we are outspending our means by a gross margin. This country has turned into a "I gotta have it now" society and folks aren't scared to go into the red for it. I understand going into debt for a house....or even a car, but some folks are living it up on vacations, luxuries, etc. when they ain't got a pot to pee in!

Take a look around. When you think "Geeez, how does my neighbor afford XYZ?"????? Well, more than likely.....he can't afford it!!!!