The recession that just won't quit

While the recession technically ended 8 months ago, the economy has no clear path to a sustained recovery. How will consumer spending gain traction? What will lead companies to hire more? How will American innovation be impacted in the future?

Guests

• Mark Thoma: Economics Professor at the University of Oregon.
• Justin Lahart: Writer with the Wall Street Journal.
• Harold Meyerson: Columnist with the Washington Post.

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Resources

• About Professor Thoma
• Lahart story: Productivity Could Be An Illusion
• Meyerson story: What's Holding Back The U.S. Economy?