Although things have improved since the worst days of the recession, unemployment remains high, with a growing number of Americans experiencing long-term unemployment or underemployment. U.S. citizens are asking the critical question: “Where are our jobs?” Movements like the Occupy Wall Street protests have raised consciousness levels in the past months and have people questioning the policies and practices of not only the United States government, but also corporations and the infamous "1%."

In this timely program we look forward to discussing the issues presently on the minds of consumers, small business owners, and corporate entities alike, such as:

• Instead of a privileged corporate "1%", should the privileges fall on small business owners and the middle class?
• Will consumer sentiment begin to rise—or will scepticism prevail?
• How do the economic indicators and current financial outlook impact the financial and emotional well-being of the American people?
• And what can we expect for the future of small business in America

Read more about Dr. Justin Wolfers in The New York Times articles "It's the Economy, Honey," and "Basic Principles of Lovenomics 101."

Read  Dr. Bill Dunkelberg's blog on CNBC  http://www.cnbc.com/id/46684396
 

This is the second program in a series examining the financial future of the U.S. and other global economies.

Nostalgia for 1990’s prosperity and fear of what lies ahead loom large for most Americans. As the U.S. moves beyond the Great Recession, we will examine what is on the horizon as government attempts to reduce its debt, and businesses and consumers alike are forced to alter their spending and borrowing habits. What steps are being taken to encourage job creation? What can be done to positively impact consumer sentiment? And if the system is broken, what can be done to fix it? And what can we learn from our South American neighbors who are enjoying robust economies?

Join us for this continuing series of programs featuring experts from the fields of business and economics who will offer analyses and opinions on economies both in the U.S. and abroad.

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DATE OF EVENT
Thursday, March 15, 2012

LOCATION
World Affairs Council of Philadelphia
One South Broad Street, Suite 2M, Philadelphia, PA

SCHEDULE
5:45 p.m.  Registration and wine reception
6:15 p.m.  Program
7:30 p.m.  Adjournment

EVENT OPTIONS
Members
Program and Wine Reception: $18 or lecture pass

General Public
Program and Wine Reception: $28

Full-time students with valid ID
Program only: $10