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Thursday, August 16, 2007

Chinese Won't Dump Dollar

In the face of numerous U.S. economic woes, the Chinese government has expressed their confidence in the strength of the dollar, dispelling speculation that they would sell off their $1.33 trillion in foreign reserves holdings. What do you think?

Asian Man

Paul Keller,
Photo Lab Tech
"Despite the current economic slump, America is still the best investment in the global marketplace, according to my dad."

Black Man

Sam McNulty,
Crane Operator
"Unfortunately, this was a case of mistranslation. The Chinese government likes the color of our dollar bill–not the strength."

Old Woman

Dawn Irving,
Ad Buyer
"Why, thanks for the vote of confidence, China. By the way, the yuan is still crap."

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