a simple explanation about our economic condition

 This doesn't tell the whole story but does provide a wonderful example.  Kevin Nguyen, an economist you may have heard of, explains the country's economic woes to his younger sister using Pokeman.  It works.  Read it.

Article: http://bygonebureau.com/2008/10/01/the-financial-crisis-as-explained-to-my-fourteen-year-old-sister/

I have an opinion to share about all this as well but this isn't the time.  I've too tired to type straight, let alone think, so I'll save my opinions for later.