About The Recession Diaries
From finance to foreclosures, layoffs and lack of opportunity, a daily journal of the economic crisis and its effect on black professionals.
2009All JULY POSTS (23)
What Kind Of A Person Cuts Funding For Battered Women's Shelters?!
At a time when frustration levels are at an all-time high, should states cut funding for its domestic violence shelters? I vote no.
EBT For You And For Me
Are you still acting too proud to use food stamps? If so, pass them on over. I can get 97 turkey burger patties for $4 with your card.
I'm Grown, But I Still Need A Roommate
Middle-aged Americans are channeling their inner 20-somethings to keep their homeowner dreams from dying in foreclosure.
Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest
If Queen Elizabeth II can get an apology on the mishandling of economy, shouldn’t the rest of us get one, too?
If The Recession Is Over, Why Isn't Everyone Excited?
There are positive signs suggesting that the recession is nearly over if not finished already, but with unemployment still likely to hit 10% soon, a huge deficit building day after day, and weak consumer spending how many of you find yourselves optimistic about the state of the economy again?
Is Now The Time For A Pay Raise?
Today the minimum wage takes effect – adding a bit more money in the pockets of low-paid workers but re-igniting fears of what adding to employers’ costs will do at a time where many business owners are struggling to stay afloat.
I Think I'll Stay In Mexico
Less and less Mexican immigrants are opting to join us in the United States. Will the growing number of Mexicans migrating back to Mexico turn out to be a good thing, or should we all be concerned that the American Dream is becoming less and less achievable in the eyes of the world?
A Funeral Is Now A Privilege, Not A Right
We have officially reached the point where even the dead are no longer recession proof. Why are some of ya’ll leaving your dead cousins and auntie’s at the morgue?
Has The Economy Helped Gang Recruitment?
A new poll says most Americans think the state of the economy has produced a surge a gang activity. How true is that sentiment and how much should we worry?
The Buck Up Billboard
A mystery donor is putting billboards up all across the country encouraging those down and out to cheer up and put a smile on their face despite their economic troubles. The sentiment is nice, but will anyone care?
Don't Believe The Hype?
New and pending data suggests that job losses have gone down and fewer and fewer Americans are filing continuing unemployment claims. Does that mean it’s time to celebrate? Not so fast. There’s a lot more to the story than the numbers suggest.
Can Suze Orman's Advice Save You?
Personal finance expert Suze Orman stopped by “The Oprah Winfrey Show” yesterday to reveal her five steps on how you can thrive and survive in the recession. Should you trust her advice to get you through?
Staying Fit on a Fixed Budget
We know your wallet may be taking a hit, but does your body have to take a beating, too? Some say I don’t think so and have taken to the blogosphere to prove it.
Why Have My White Classmates Had It Easier?
Did I speak too soon when I said those receiving regular checks ought to not complain so much? One reader offers some much needed perspective on the plight of the black worker.
Where Are The Jobs?
Many Americans are considering a change of scenery under the belief a new city could lead to a new job. A just released report reveals which cities offer the most jobs in this poor market. Did your relocation city of choice make the list?
