About half of the nation's economists say that the country is headed for a recession. Almost three-fourths of consumers think we are already in a recession. What is your opinion? How have you been affected already?

"Yes, we are in a recession, and I have been affected." TA MEIKA BRONSON Customer Service Manager "I believe that we are not headed for a recession. I do believe that there are some concerns, and we should have a stimulus package, but I'm not directly affected." VINCE RANDAL Retired, Air Force "No, I haven't been affected, but I think we're headed there." SHOCQUEANNA KENDRICK Ingles "No, I don't think we're in a recession. I think we're in a slow-down; and yes, my family has been affected. I look forward to things getting brighter in the future." SISSY MURRAY Food Services Manager