Opinion and Everyday Living
Opinions and “how to” thoughts from Thoughtsworththinking.net on matters affecting politics, the economy, and everyday living.
Thoughtsworththinking.net Supports Reappointment of Ben Bernanke as Fed Chair
This website supports the reappointment of Ben Bernanke as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. The following is an open letter to Maryland Senators Barbara Mikulski and Ben Cardin, neither of whom have yet to publicly express their position on Bernanke’s reappointment: Dear Senators Mikulski and Cardin: As a Maryland resident, I write to ask that you... »
How to Help Your Unemployed Spouse Find a New Job After a Layoff
The experience of a layoff is difficult for any marriage. My wife was laid off in January, and like many in my position I looked hard for ideas on what I should do to help. Internet searches yielded two kinds of articles: 1) posts from career counselor types who had some decent general advice,... »
Save Money to Invest: Shop for Electricity
Looking for a way to cut your budget so you’ll have extra cash to invest? Take a close look at your electric bill and your options for buying electricity. Like most consumers, the thought of saving money on electrical power never occurred to me—until I received a bill this spring with the new rates my local... »
Dr. Doom (Nouriel Roubini) Himself May Hold Key to Market Recovery
It was Tuesday, August 17, 1982, and I can still remember hearing the radio report that day that famed economist Henry Kaufman, dubbed by the press as Dr. Doom,1 had issued a statement that interest rates would fall. The market surged from 792 to 831, a one-day 4.9% gain.2 This was arguably the day... »