G.G. sent us this “must read” article: Wall Street Aristocracy Got $1.2 Trillion in Secret Fed Loans
G.G. also flagged this item: Despite Economy, Ohio, U.S. Gun Sales Defy Gravity
Also from G.G.: Social Security disability on verge of insolvency
Loyal content contributor RBS sent this: Shoppers will see higher prices for back-to-school shopping, but stores aim to disguise them
RBS sent this: The economic worries of a regular American consumer
Will Hugo Chavez Touch Off an Epic Short Squeeze in Gold?
Some interesting reading: Outlook: Gold, Stocks, Volatility, Euro & Bonds
All US Mint Numismatic Gold Coin Sales Suspended. (Thanks to F.G. for the link.)
Items from The Economatrix:
Unemployment in July Rose in 28 States, Fell in 9.
World Stock Markets Plunge as Fears of Recession Intensify
UK: Pensions Crisis as Shares Collapse