The Economy Optimism for a Pessimistic Time It's Worth Remembering That the Seeds of the Region's Recovery Are Being Planted, and Some Already Are Taking Root.

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By now, you've heard just about all the bad news you can take. Foreclosures are up nearly 20% in the state, bankruptcies are up 35% and unemployment set a record in December.

So today, a break from all that.

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The Economy Optimism for a Pessimistic Time It's Worth Remembering That the Seeds of the Region's Recovery Are Being Planted, and Some Already Are Taking Root.

Yes, the American economy is in the middle of difficult times. Government assistance is required to help lighten the load of recession. President Barack Obama has warned that business conditions probably will get worse before they get better. We agree.

But we're still optimistic, as was nearly everyone we spoke with in preparing this editorial. Maybe it's just human nature or maybe wishful thinking -- or maybe a little of both. But we agree that there are good reasons for this.

Financial planner F. Michael...

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