Thanksgiving Message
Saturday - Nov 29, 2008 - 12:23 PMHere are 6 reasons the Americans should be thankful during these tough economic times according to USA Today.
1. Optimism still reigns - The Americans remain one of the most optimistic nation. The latest presidential election where a man was judged not by the color of his skin but by the content of his character, proves that point beyond anybody's doubt.
2. It's not a depression - People are not loosing bank deposited money like they used to during the Great Depression. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. is guaranteeing money saved by individuals in banks. The unemployment rate was even greater in 1982. And as long as Americans are willing to spend over 100 million dollars to see the latest James Bond movie - it's really not a depression yet.
3. Housing is more affordable - If you were planning to purchase a house over a year ago, and you were troubled how to come up with $500K for it, worry no more. You only need $350K for it today!
4. Gas prices are way down - With the average national gas price for a gallon of regular unleaded under $2, this really is a reason to be thankful for.
5. We're living longer - According to the latest data life expectancy in the USA has risen from 70.8 years to 78.5 years over the last 40 years.
6. Families ties get stronger - with the advances and affordability of latest technology, we have every more ways to stay in touch with the loved ones.
source: USA Today
