2008 Predictions

The dominant issue for 2008 will be the economy.  Parts of the country are presently in recession.  Whether the country as a whole joins in a recession is another question.

Decoupling theory proves false as Europe and Asia follow the U.S. in a downturn.

Gas peaks at $3.50 gal in WI.  This would place oil prices 41 cents higher than they are presently.  This peak is not retraced for several years as world wide demand wanes due to recession.

The USCCB is relatively quiet about the election signaling dissatisfaction with both party’s choices.

The Green Bay diocese remains vacant.

The bishops in the US will be ignored as they plead for our country’s leaders to address the problems of undocumented workers.  Secular alarm over illegal immigration will grow even though immigration will slow significantly due to the recession.

American Idol will have its weakest season ever.

Tatoos will lose their popularity with women, becoming conventually known as stupid things done when one was young.