What he says has some truth but coming from a Presidential campaign adviser, its stupid.
Economy wise, yep, things are holding their own. The press and speculators love to give anything an evil twinge.
And really, people, do you think the news is about GOOD news? Heard anything about the successes in Iraq? Nope. But if a bombing knocks out a person or two, its headlines.
Same with the economy. Right now if you want to BUY a house, you can pick and chose. Its a buyers market. But if the economy DOES BETTER and home prices go UP, well now people can't afford good homes. I mean really...
The public is too soft in the noggin to appreciate a reality check. The press makes sure we are constantly offended.
HOWEVER, with the average cost of filling up my car costing $70, when it used to be $38, my wallet is hurting. And when hit in the wallet as I am, I'm taking special note of those politicians who will not make the situation better.