@jcboy,
That goes to show that people have different perceptions of the same environment based on their politics and religion, and it's almost impossible to change their mind-set.
From my vantage point, I see our economy improving at a very slow pace - but improving. The value of our home and investments have been improving also.
I see the world with a positive lens although our politics in this country has shown the wear and tear of how the GOP is treating this election with their voter suppression laws, taking away women's rights to their own bodies, and slamming those who are included in the 47%.
Maybe, this will be a wake-up call for those who have a conscience, and show their displeasure by their votes. I hope so.