Stimulating the economy

I hope everyone had a great 3-day weekend. As for me and my household we spent a good portion of our weekend shopping for Christmas gifts. Consider us odd, but spring/summer is the best time to shop for Christmas.

In the 3 shopping areas we went to I couldn’t help but notice how many people were out and about shopping. “But I thought we were in a recession? Aren’t people out of work? Aren’t people trying to save their money?” It dawned on me that the perfect way to stimulate the economy is not bailouts or reducing taxes, but increase America’s days off!

It seems to me that when people are not working they tend to spend money. Yes we try to save money but even in our attempt to save money we are spending money. For example many today are trying to save money by reducing the type of vacations they are taking. Trips to Europe or Hawaii may no longer be the norm but instead folks take less expensive vacations, but they still spending money. Most people on their days off will work on their home. Working on their home requires supplies which need to be purchased. Others may work on their yard, again requiring supplies. Still there are others who will look for bargains in order to “save money” yet spend money.

Dear, Mr. president,

Sincerely,
Patrick Lacson