I won't pretend to know anything about economics or the recession, but it seems a little silly. The government overspends so much and yet still needs more money for things like schools and health care. So Congress assumes that we are a people driven by consumerism, and will consume even though it might be in our best interest to save, or pay off debt, especially if there really is a recession!
So what should I do with my $300? Part feels consumeristic and knows I would have no problem spending that at one trip to the Fashion Mall. The other part of me just feels rebellious!
Alternatives:
- Use it to buy something green- like the $300 indoor composter i have been eyeing - boost an earth friendly company
- Use it to buy stuff at my local non-profit fair trade store - so artisans in South America don't feel no recession
- Spend it on my trip to Europe this summer - boost the value of that Euro
- Buy 2 shares of Apple stock
- Be a responsible adult and put it in the savings account
