Make Me Smart Is recession risk rising?
Feb 20, 2025
A growing number of young Americans are pulling back on spending in reaction to political views, potentially setting the stage for a recession. Discussions highlight how corporate policies influence consumer behavior, particularly in marginalized communities facing DEI setbacks. Meanwhile, beavers are hailed as nature's civil engineers after they built their own dams in the Czech Republic, showcasing their remarkable ability to reshape landscapes and even assist stalled projects. It's a fascinating intersection of economics and ecology!
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Consumer Spending Shift
- Many consumers are shifting spending to align with their values, impacting businesses.
- This trend, combined with economic factors, creates a potential recession risk.
Beavers as Engineers
- Beavers in the Czech Republic built dams, saving the government over one million euros.
- Beavers, motivated by fear of predators, create dams that can transform landscapes into wetlands.