In the 2nd quarter of 2007, our economy grew at a 4% pace and is likely to produce a 2% to 3% growth rate for the year.  Core inflation is down and the trade deficit is down.  Since the mid-2005 housing cool-down, we have added over 4 million jobs and incomes have risen 7%, leading to a $1.35 trillion rise int he nation's income. This is PENT-UP demand and will fuel the next housing turn-around!