Obama Proposes “Cradle to Career” Education

March 10th, 2009 • No Comments

In an address to the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, President Barack Obama discussed the downfalls of the current American education system and possible solutions to the growing problems; among the plans is a proposed lengthening of the academic year and more financial incentives for top-performing teachers. Continue reading ‘Obama Proposes “Cradle to Career” Education.’

Fed Cuts Economic Outlook, Expects Contraction

February 18th, 2009 • No Comments

The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that it has cut expectations for economic performance in the United States, their analysts saying that a contraction of between 0.5 per cent and 1.3 per cent is expected in 2009. Continue reading ‘Fed Cuts Economic Outlook, Expects Contraction.’

U.S. Passes Historic $787 Billion Stimulus Package

February 14th, 2009 • No Comments

The House has come to an agreement with the Senate on the economic recovery package being heavily pushed by President Barack Obama, achieving the goal of having a finalized bill by the weekend. Continue reading ‘U.S. Passes Historic $787 Billion Stimulus Package.’

Markets Respond to Economic Stimulus Negatively

February 10th, 2009 • No Comments

Markets fell nearly 400 points Tuesday after the announcement that the Obama administration’s stimulus package passed, as well as details on Geithner’s Treasury-Federal Reserve partnership movements were released. Continue reading ‘Markets Respond to Economic Stimulus Negatively.’