"The most perfect example of a Republic is the American Constitution"
Which has obviously worked wonders for their economy.
"I TOTALLY agree that rates were too low, and I don't think I have said otherwise??? If the interest rates were set by the free market they would have NEVER got this low."
Interest rates are a secondary factor. The root of the problem is that of providing credit to those individuals and companies who:
a) Cannot afford it b) Have no asset base (inc cash) against which to lend c) Are not cash flow positive
The problem isn't one of allowing the rich to get richer, it's one of allowing the poor to pretend to get richer without putting in the prerequisite hard work and adding value to themselves and the economy.
Currently, the rich are laughing all the way to the bank. The collapse of the housing market has created an ocean of opportunity. Low interest rates have reduced the cost of new and (some) existing debts. The government is pumping money into the economy. Labour is cheap and readily available. So long as you're in the business of necessities rather the niceties, things are looking pretty good.
Dave
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