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High gas prices hit small town USA: 'You're working for gas now'High gas prices hit small town USA: 'You're working for gas now' http://money.cnn.com/2008/03/24/news/economy/camden_alabama/index.htm?cnn=yes
Submitted on Thu, 2008-03-27 11:58
Solve Running On Hot Air Again
In terms of income today, one has to work 15 minutes, or less, to pay for a gallon of gas. During the Depression it took almost an hour's pay to buy a gallon. Gas is only one factor in driving. Car payments, insurance and upkeep are more and they are fixed. Spending on gas can be adjusted. Post new comment |
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