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Debt: The Key Factor Connecting Energy and the Economy

December 15, 2020May 3, 2016 by Gail Tverberg

There are many who believe that the use of energy is critical to the growth of the economy. In fact, I am among these people. The thing that is not as apparent is that growth in energy consumption is dependent on the growth of debt.

Why we have a wage inequality problem

December 15, 2020March 30, 2016 by Gail Tverberg

Wage inequality is really a sign of a deeper problem; basically it reflects an economic system that is not growing rapidly enough to satisfy everyone.

Hang Onto Your Wallets: Negative Interest, the War on Cash, and the $10 Trillion Bail-in

December 15, 2020November 24, 2015 by Ellen Brown

In uncertain times, “cash is king,” but central bankers are systematically moving to eliminate that option.