Instruction
President Obama has mentioned that Democrats and Republicans should actively discuss the proper role of the government in the economy. There has been market failure pertaining to health care, the mortgage industry, the financial services industry, minimum wage laws, and agricultural price supports. Should the government be more or less involved in regulating these industries and issues? What are the consequences of the government doing more or less?
Discussion will require 3 separate postings (min 150 words) to receive credit. Follow the guidelines below: 1) For the first discussion posting, find an article, video, website, online news, etc., from reputable sources, that relates to the topic questions in the Discussion. Your discussion content should address the economics importance/significance/ impact of the topic and summarize your research findings. Provide the title, date, source, and website link below the body of your posting. For example, [This is the body of my discussion posting.] Title: Its the Economy, Stupid! Date: June 4, 2009 Source: Wall Street Journal Link: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124407228244683091.html