The MOAB that never ends: Thomas Sowell: Fed Trapped in Endless Easing Cycle. (Thanks to Brett G. for the link, that includes an interview clip.)
The FDIC Friday Follies continue with bank closures in Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia
Reader Mac F. sent this item: Stimulus Writ Small: Tiny California Town Prints Its Own Currency
Germany Should Prepare for Greek Default, Adviser Feld Tells Handelsblatt. (A hat tip to John R. for the link.)
Items from The Economatrix:
Silver Up as US Mint Reports January Eagle Sales Reach Record High
Fear And Love Make Gold Strong
Monetary Watch January 2011: Money Supply Firing On All Cylinders?