Not since the last President Bush was in office has the economy been such a big deal. And with $4 a gallon gas looming on the horizon, many are thinking that all the much-proclaimed tax rebates as part of an “economic stimulus” plan will do is serve to enrich oil companies.
So, now we are interested in what the presidential candidates are offering in terms of economic plans. After all, if $4 gas is going to change the household budget, we’re going to need to figure out how to pay for other things. And it is true that whoever is …read more

Yesterday we tool a brief and basic look at the economic plans offered by Hillary Clinton. Today we look at those offered by her rival for the Democratic nomination, Barack Obama.
Basics of economic plans offered by Barack Obama

Economic stimulus in the green economy by providing more green sector jobs.
Infrastructure bank that would help pay for improvements to bridges, roads and waterways.
Save money by ending the Iraq War.
Raise taxes on corporations and get rid of tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans.
Refundable tax credit for college tuition ($4,000 per year).
Public insurance program offering a similar plan available to government employees.

What do you …read more