The G-20 (more formally, the Group of Twenty Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors) is a group of finance ministers and central bank governors from 20 economies: 19 of the world’s largest national economies, plus the European Union (EU). Collectively, the G-20 economies comprise 90% of global gross national product, 80% of world trade (including EU intra-trade) and two-thirds of the world population.[1]

The G-20 is a forum for cooperation and consultation on matters pertaining to the international financial system. It studies, reviews, and promotes discussion among key industrial and emerging market countries of policy issues pertaining to the promotion of international financial stability, and seeks to address issues that go beyond the responsibilities of any one organization.

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The election is over. Our new president elect Barack Obama faces a formidable job. Whether you agree with his politics, voted for him or not our great country needs strong leadership that I look forward to his providing. Change is needed in order to restore our great nation. Our economy is in shambles with lenders and leaders running amuk wondering what to do to get back on track. Large lenders keep asking for more funds to bail them out.

The average American who is facing the choice of food on the table or making the mortgage payment to avoid foreclosure is left again out in the cold and facing further hardship by possible tax increases. Where is the bailout for the Average Joe? When his money runs out before the end of the month, who does he turn to?

I normally keep politics to myself. I did not vote for Obama however he is MY president and it is up to me to support him and pray that he makes the changes to restore our great nation! I look to the future with the promise of a better world to leave my children and yours.

Good luck Mr. Obama! May God be with you and guide you as you face the enormous problems lying ahead and godspeed in returning our country to its former greatness!

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Just when you didn’t think it could get any worse.  Hurricanes, bailouts, Dow Jones all reflective of a weakened economy.  Through in an election year and the uncertainty of stance of both candidates and we have a mixture that can best be described as a witches brew.

Unemployment is at an all time high.  Financial institutions failing at an alarming rate.  The housing market continues to falter.    Several economists are now saying we are in a recession.

The middle class is rapidly disappearing in America.  The average worker now faces mortgage problems, job loss, rising prices in food and fuel. 

Wages were already out of line for the cost of living for the average American.  Is the American dream passe or is it turning into a nightmare for Americans?

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As you travel through life you cross paths with people that you remember, some pleasantly, some not so pleasantly.  In my resent past I had the pleasure of meeting James C. Gaither and his wife and to add to that pleasure was the opportunity to work with Mr. Gaither as a paralegal.  During my years with Jay I was fortunate enough to meet and develop a friendship with Gran Margaret, a wonderful woman who I have the feeling “walked soft but carried a big stick” in her lifetime.   Gran Margaret came in daily to answer the phones and work on files for Mr. Gaither and during the days we had time to converse.   To anyone who took the time to watch her when Jay walked in the room could see the love and pride she had felt. 

When I first began an association with Mr. Gaither, he was a young attorney whom I grew to admire greatly through the years.   I don’t think that anyone who is around him very long can not help but see the strong character he possesses.  A devoted man who loves his wife, his children and all his family.  A man who I witnessed refusing to compromise his ethics and morals for the almighty dollar.

Things in my personal life changed greatly and my husband and I moved to the coastal area of NC.  About the same time Mr. Gaither ran for DA.  I kept up with his election campaign and election night scoured the internet to keep up with the count as it came in.  When the final vote was counted District 25 had elected Jay Gaither, Attorney at Law as their new District Attorney.  Tears came to my eyes with pride and happiness for Mr. Gaither, his family and the citizens of the 25th District. 

Recently I had the opportunity to move back to the area and look forward to renewing and catching up with old friends and establishing new relationships, one of which I cannot wait to see Jay and his family.   

Congratulations Catawba County and the rest of the 25th District.  You have an honest uncompromsing man with integrity looking out for you and God willing if Jay runs again, this time I plan to  be there to shake he and Beth’s hand when he wins!