interplanetary communication

New jobless claims soared to a more than 26-year high in the latest week and a record number of Americans are receiving jobless benefits, according to government data released Thursday. Meanwhile, productivity soared at the end of last year as companies cut the number of hours worked faster than output declined, a reflection of the massive number of layoffs. And factory orders dropped for a fifth straight month in December, closing out the weakest year since 2002. Earth to Mayor and Council- we HAVE a problem and NO, it doesnt just apply to everyone else! What planet ARE you guys on? Everyone on THIS planet is affected! They are cutting costs, consolidating, and tightening their belts. Why are YOU GUYS not doing the same?