Odds ‘n Sods:

Yishai alerted us to this video clip from tele-pundit Jim Cramer: Banking Doom Is Upon Us

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Eric suggested this column from The Delta Farm Press: Batten down the hatches, road ahead’s looking rocky

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Investors Hide as Banks Come Knocking Here are some quotes from the Wall Street Journal piece: “Investors are tired of trying to catch a falling knife,” says one investment banker who specializes in the financial-services industry. “Investors have good reason to be skittish.” “Even the smart money isn’t looking so smart.” (Thanks to Kevin A. for finding us that article.)

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Florida Guy spotted this New York Times article: Rethinking the Country Life as Energy Costs Rise. Florida Guy’s comment: “This is an obvious ‘move back to the city – the country is just too expensive’ hit piece. Smart, preparedness-minded and aware Americans will never fall for it, but it’s still worth a read.