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This is where we will figure out this economic recovery bill together. Is it the key to turning around our economy? Is it wasteful spending? Is it somewhere in between?

First, we must remember to consider our sources. There is a page (at the left) devoted to analyzing sources. Before you post anything first describe your source and its credibility as assessed using the two files linked on that page.

Second, we must begin to understand the basics of what the stimulus package is. Each of you will be assigned one of the basic components as listed at the left in the "Navigation" menu. Describe it and discuss its potential impact on the economy. You will do this on the page itself.

Third, we must assess the strengths and weaknessed of each portion of the overall bill. You will do this on the discussion tab. You will be assigned to find something positive or negative about each component.

Finally, as the project completes you will be asked to give an assessment on the overall stimulus package. More to come on that.

Check out these sites to get you started.

[|NPR - the stimulus package overview]

[|NY Times overview of spending items]