In our history we have seen times when there is a disconnect between the stock market and the fundamental productive power of our economy, ... The reality is that our economy remains solid, and our recovery is well under way.
Yes, it's true we are going through dislocations because of a correction related to the boom that ended in the summer of 200, but the foundations of the American economy are very deep and very solid, ... And we are going to be great.
With our economy slowing, now is the time to boost consumer confidence with quick congressional action,
I think ... our economy will rebound into reasonable rates of growth as we move into next year, ... So I am optimistic.
The U.S. economy has the potential to grow at 3 or 3.5 percent real growth for the indefinite future,