here's some simple economic statistics courtesy of CNN
Unemployment Rate
National : 10%
Highest: Nevada 13%
Lowest: North Dakota 4%
Change in Jobs
National: -4.6%
Highest Loss: Michigan -10.6%
Highest Gain: North Dakota 3.4%
Foreclosure Rate
National: 0.273%
Highest: Nevada 1.068%
Lowest: Vermont 0.004%
The Verdict: Still in very bad shape, not recovering anytime soon
