Economic Policy Expert Gifts

"The news has given me a chill - throw some more cash on the fire."

Sen. Krupt. I don't tell constituents that we're fueling inflation. I say we're protecting consumers and thanks to us they won't have to worry about buying any cheap stuff.

"No luggage to check - I just have this carry on."

Desk plaques: 'Money isn't everything' '...Which makes it no less awesome in my opinion.'

So I'm "cheap." It's a perfectly good word. And it aptly describes my interest in conserving resources. I suppose we could call you "thrifty." Heavens no! And waste two whole letters? I see we've only wasted one whole tea bag.

Loan Alley

"My tariffs will move the world in a new direction!!"

"Tariffs"

"Some guy by the name of Bernanke called in. He wants to try and make an emergency soft landing."

"Those eco-terrorists are going to cost us a FORTUNE!!"

Trump Tariffs

"Because of the economic situation they've relaxed the rules."

'The Dow has shot up 2.5% on positive data on housing - until five minutes from now, when it'll be interpreted differently.'

The Trickledown Effect

Inflation is a national headache. . . caused by asset indigestion!

'He's trying to fine-tune the economy again.'

"Goodbye cruel world."

US Deficit

The Tobin Tax.

Electricity Bills

"When the going gets tough, the tough get a government handout."

"The markets seem to be a little jittery this morning."

'What did the fund manager say to the investment advisor?'

"Whoops! There go those darned interest rates again!"

Fiscal Cliff Dwellers.

News. Year- End Economic Report. I don't want them to fine-tune the economy --- just get it in the right octave.

'Get the media over here! I want them to see how well my jobs program is working.'

'Honk if you favor the dividends tax cut.'

"In the land of toast the butter is spread very thin."

At least their adviser was good at explaining things.

"Come back here you slippery rascal...I can spend that money better than you!"

'Times have really changed. Remember when a billion dollars really was something?'

Socialism and Capitalism Traps

'I'll get my coat!'

'What do you mean when you say we're going to have to start economizing on groceries, Lance?'