This ended up a longer post than I intended. I discuss current federal outlays and receipts and the debt limit. The sad fact is neither political party seem to treat the issue seriously.
Debt Limit Discussion, Radio Primer
I will be on the Jarrod Thomas Show (1310 AM Grand Forks ND) Thursday from 9:00am to 10:00am central time. Topics likely include economic policy around unemployment claims, the debt ceiling, and who knows what else. They have an app if you want to listen!
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Covid Cases Among Young Continue to Rise in ND
People under 20 account for 30% of covid cases in North Dakota now, their highest percentage yet. Cases continue to follow a similar pattern to last year but are above those levels.
Reducing Benefits did not put people back to work
The continuing claims data for ND make it clear that enhanced unemployment benefits were not keeping people from working in ND.
Sales Tax Collections in Fargo and Grand Forks
There are some interesting aspects to the sales tax collections between Fargo and Grand Forks. Not many answers in this post, but some observations and questions.