By John Sparks Is the U.S. economy really in a recovery? What about gas prices, and what role could the economy play in this election year? Associate Editor of Barron’s, Michael Santoli, spoke with The Marist Poll’s John Sparks about this and more. Listen to the interview below. John Sparks Michael, some folks are saying […]
9/7: The American Jobs Picture
September 7, 2011
By Barbara Carvalho You have to go back to the 1940’s to find a time of zero net job growth. And yet, that’s the current dismal state of economic affairs. Anyway you slice the numbers, 9.1% unemployment coupled with an additional 9 million Americans who are underemployed, that is working part-time but seeking full-time employment, adds […]
Cluing Kids In About Cash: An Interview
April 28, 2009
By John Sparks Talking to children about money can present its own set of problems. What’s the appropriate age to discuss money matters with your kids? And, how can you teach them financial responsibility? Parenting and Education Reporter Carol Anne Riddell shared some of her insights with the Marist Poll’s John Sparks. Read the transcript […]
Kids and Money: Lessons from the Past and Dealing with the Present
By John Sparks Any parent reading the interview with Carol Anne Riddell about talking to kids about money, can’t help picking up some very valuable tips in teaching their children about handling finances. Carol Anne suggested if we teach our sons and daughters how to handle money responsibly at an early age, they might avoid […]
Has the Economic Crisis Bottomed Out?
April 15, 2009
By John Sparks How long will the economic crisis last? Associate Editor of Barron’s, Michael Santoli, shared his observations with the Marist Poll’s John Sparks. Here’s the transcript of their discussion: John Sparks Michael, we conducted a national survey, and we asked Americans how long they think the current economic crisis will last. I’m curious […]