"This is in fact where we stand today. The economy has improved from this time last year. The wonderful thing about the American economy and capitalist economies in general, is that their natural tendency is towards growth. This growth can be interrupted by crisis and bad government policy, but a little bit of freedom is all that is necessary for growth."-- A Matter of Fact, January 2010, "Hello 2010" XFG
"Many have been anxiously waiting for Mr. Obama's first 100 day "report card", some to validate a new era of change, others to point their finger and claim "I told you so." The "I told you so" crowd is also quick to point out that the stimulus plan will lead to inflation. The economic reality, however, is that by some measure, it could be argued that we are quickly approaching a depression - not just a deep recession. The choice between inflation and depression is really no choice at all."-- A Matter of Fact, February 2009, "Unemployment" XFG
"The Big 3 auto makers sit before Congress and ask for even more government (i.e. tax payer - yours and mine) commitment, which will likely be granted. To be sure, home builders and airlines will likely be among other industries who wil ask for help. In fact, big business has discovered that in order to tap into tax payer money, they must simply demonstrate that their industry is too big to fail.Never mind, of course, that a failed business in an industry creates a vacuum that provides opportunities for better managed businesses to occupy and build market share." -- A Matter of Fact, December 2008, "Fed Up" XFG
"If history were to describe the “W” era of presidency with one word, it should fittingly be “unprecedented.” From Mr. Bush’s controversial election win in 2000, to the Bush Doctrine and the seemingly weekly bailouts of late, this administration is riddled with a series of firsts. Before a new president occupies the White House, we should not be surprised if an “unprecedented” volume of Presidential Pardons are handed out." A Matter of Fact, October 2008, "In Search of Stability" XFG
"If level heads prevail and diplomacy wins, it will help close the final chapter of George W. Bush's time in office with a successful end to the Middle East conflict. Such a measure could help silence critics of America's foreign policy and pave a path of continuous diplomacy as the primary choice for the next President to occupy the White House." A Matter of Fact, August 2008, "Road to Peace" XFG
"We believe four events must occur in order to have a sustainable rally. 1. The housing market must find a bottom, 2. Jobs market must improve, 3. Oil prices must fall below $100 per barrel, 4. Corporate earnings must reverse their current decline." A Matter of Fact, June 2008, "Rally! Really?" XFG
"Though many emerging countries have prospered tremendously over the past decade, their economy is far more fragile due to their dependence on foreign investment and will likely not hold up well during a global recession" -- A Matter of Fact, April 2008, "First Quarter 2008" XFG
