The 2nd Great Depression is Here

I know that in our famioly the month seems to eat up the money much faster than it used to. Over the last 5 years we have lowered our expenses and standard of living considerably. We went through the job losses over the last 5 years, but were fortunate enough to keep landing on our feet. How can I say it is the 2nd Great Depression? Simply because we have seen much of the same as the first great depression. People losing houses, cars, possession, downsizing, moving in with family and scrambling to make it on their ages. Has anyone else noticed that the police seem to find many little things to catch people breaking the law, and give them a huge fine. Does it seem right to nail someone for a several hundred dollar ticket for speeding. It seems to me that the government agencies are also scrambling to get more money out of you and me. Seat belt tickets, give me a break! Note: No I have not had any tickets for a long time, but many I know have. It seems that I know a lot of people on food stamps. That's the only reason there are lines at soup kitchens, like in the last great depression..