Where did all these people come from?

campigloo wrote:
Coleman2012. Just to follow up on your economy statement and buck niney-eight gas. Lots of layoffs with rig counts down 40%. Can't argue that the price isn't nice but there are lots of lay offs in the oil business. Lots of blue collar workers and state budgets taking a beating.
I agree on one thing though, sure makes those travel miles easier!??

Layoffs in the oil industry is not a measure of the economy. These companies brought on new workers due to elvolving technology in oil and gas extraction - fracking. They created a surplus so people got laid off. It's not because no one is buying gas or heating their home. Read the post above about the number of RV's being bought the first half of the year. And if the FED raises the interest rates today, it will further indicate a strong economy. Another good indicator is the movement of freight. The trucking/logistics company I work for made over 5 billion dollars last year.

I'm sorry, but moaning about the economy is 4 years old news.