In case you missed it, here is last night 60 Minutes report on Asheboro as the symbol of the state of the economy.
Scott Pelley’s closing words: ‘Folks around here believe if there is to be a brighter tomorrow, they’re going to have to build it themselves.’ Seems to be a direct contradiction to President Obama’s comments earlier this year.
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2012 At 11:36 am, Ken Said:
The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your arm. Often the government has it in handcuffs.
30
2012 At 10:20 am, Roch Smith Said:
So, why aren’t these people helping themselves then?
30
2012 At 11:17 am, Sam Hieb Said:
Looked to me like Miss Jenny was helping herself, Roch.