Stories by Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Jan. 26, 2009

Keep economic numbers in perspective

Is the recent economic news good or bad? This answer depends on your perspective.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Dec. 8, 2008

The economy isn't at Great Depression levels

No, we are not headed for another Great Depression.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Sept. 29, 2008

We know the numbers, but what do they mean?

I have a solution to fix poverty in Augusta. I hope the mayor reads this so he can take this idea and run.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Sept. 22, 2008

Is it price-gouging? No, it's 'resource allocation'

Gas stations should be allowed to charge any price they want.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Sept. 1, 2008

Minimum wage is based on a fallacy

The beginning of Labor Day reminds me of working as a kid on a low-wage allowance.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Aug 25, 2008

Not all tax cuts good for economy

How will the economy respond to the elections?
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Aug 4, 2008

Will proposed sports complex contribute to economy?

Yes, the proposed Augusta Sports and Entertainment Complex will contribute to the local economy.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, July 14, 2008

What do we want to accomplish by ending 'poverty?'

If poverty will always be with us, then what should we be doing?
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, June 30, 2008

Slow and steady wins the economic growth, job race

What is the weakest part of our local economy?
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, May 5, 2008

How to measure economic development

Local economic development is all about, well, everything!
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, April 21, 2008

What does Masters bring to Augusta?

Wow! My first Masters Tournament experience was incredible.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, April 7, 2008

'Subprime' market is not all that bad

Today's housing troubles just don't compare to those of the Great Depression. There are several differences, but I will focus on those in mortgage products.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Dec. 3, 2007

Does my interpretation really matter?

Economic forecasting is by no means exact.
By Mark A. Thompson

Monday, Nov. 5, 2007

Area's job growth, stability exceed national numbers

The greater Augusta economy might be growing , and certainly local policymakers will look to employment numbers released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics as evidence of economic growth.
By Mark A. Thompson
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