The Great Recession Is Over (On Average)

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I’ve interviewed two dozen economists over the past two years, and I ask every one the same question: How long do you think it will be before the median American is doing better than ever? The most common response I’ve received is literally laughter. Maybe that’s a contrarian indicator — it always looks the worst when things are about to turn. And there are signs things could change. But the America-is-doing-great-while-most-Americans-aren’t theme is powerful right now. It’s bittersweet in every way.

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