Stocks have crashed, jaws have fallen, and it has taken years off the lives of some buisnessmen. Even though there are many fears that of a recession is due, because of the state of the United States economy, it is safe to say at this time we are secure but we have a rocky road ahead. I feel that there will be a growth at about 3%.

Jean Chretien states that he is not worried at all about a recession, with consumer confidence running high, our economy is running smooth. Chretien says that "we are in a surplus position, we are paying down the debt, taxes will be reduced, and the country is being prepared for the year 2001

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