71.   Some economists think the state and nation are in a mild recession or at the brink of one.

72.   Some economists thought the second-quarter numbers would show a decline in the American economy.

73.   Some economists also think the economy may already have bottomed out.

74.   Some economists had thought they saw signs that the industrial part of the economy was no longer getting worse.

75.   Some economists think German rates will be cut lower and for longer than is currently anticipated in market rates, which could support bunds against Treasuries.

76.   Some economists think high energy costs could push the country into recession.

77.   Some economists think the long-term trends driving down pay at the bottom of the ladder may be abating.

78.   Some economists think the new European Central Bank will keep interest rates high to fight inflation and attract funds while European finance ministries ease taxes to promote growth.

79.   Some economists think this goal is overly optimistic.

80.   Some economists think it will be the end of the first quarter before the inflation slackens sufficiently to proceed with other pressing reforms.