Economics and Investing:

Steve K. recommended a YouTube video that includes clips from the 1981 movie Rollover.

Charles Hugh Smith: The Big, Continuing Stories That Could Derail 2011

Recession turns to depression in Japan.

Karl Denninger: Here Come The “Tanks In The Streets” Threats!

Items from The Economatrix:

Reasons Why 2011 Is Going To Be Another Bad Year For America’s Middle Class  

29% of Americans Say it’s Difficult to Afford Food  

Fed: Economy Still Weak Despite Improvements

Private-Payroll Report Lifts Hopes For More Jobs  

Jump In Hiring Sends Bonds Lower And Stocks Higher  

Numismatic’s Are Fool’s Gold