Economics and Investing:

Power to the Pinko People (and to their wall outlets): Demonstration In Detroit Demands End to Utility Shutoffs.

R.G. forwarded a sobering economic forecast from the CBO: The Budget and Economic Outlook: Fiscal Years 2011 to 2021. (As my friend the late Chuck Brumley was fond of saying: “If your outgo exceeds your income, then your upkeep will be your downfall.”)

Coburn: Government ‘Stole’ From Social Security. (A hat tip to R.P.B. for the link.)

Items from The Economatrix:

Michigan Bill Would Impose “Financial Martial Law” 

Investor Portfolio Preparation For Hyperinflation, Assets For Protection And Profits  

Silver Bullion Coin Premiums Rise; Asian Demand For Gold Robust  

Silver Manipulation Investigation May Spark Price Spike