For millions of Americans, the door to employment has been opened by college degrees, many of which have been financed by student loans. But these are now the largest form of unsecured household debt in our country. When the subprime mortgage crisis sent the economy into a downward spiral, the national focus was aimed at trying to better protect our financial system and consumers. This sparked the creation of government agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that … [Read more...] about Student Debt as the New Mortgage Crisis?
Forest Restoration Creating 1,000 Jobs
The Four Forest Restoration Initiative (4FRI) is currently the nation’s largest collaborative effort designed to restore ecosystems in United States forests. The four National Forests involved with this project, Coconino, Kaibab, Apache-Sitgreaves and Tonto, are poised to see a significant change potentially affecting more than just the environment. It is also anticipated to have a viable economic impact on the communities that are intertwined with them. From the south rim of the Grand Canyon … [Read more...] about Forest Restoration Creating 1,000 Jobs
Economy Could See Boost from Potash Mining
During the 1960s and 1970s, two companies called Arkla Exploration and the Duval Corporation explored Northern Arizona for potash in the Holbrook Basin by drilling over 100 holes. The Holbrook Salt Basin is a project area that rests approximately seven miles east of Holbrook, Arizona. A report was released with compelling evidence that the location held a substantial amount of potash. Potash is a material that is mined and typically used by farmers for fertilizer. In just 2007 alone, farmers … [Read more...] about Economy Could See Boost from Potash Mining
