Written by Jack Martin | 03 April 2009

I believe firmly there is always a pendulum swinging back and forth in terms of public policy, government and politics, and that the public is usually in some type of transition over the long haul.

According to a March 12 Gallup poll, at this time, a majority of the public (53%) is still looking to government to solve our economic problems. But I see the distinct possibility that as the economy continues to show signs of improvement — and we have recently seen a few more encouraging indicators — the pendulum will begin to swing back, and the public will begin to look more to our business leaders for economic solutions.

In the irony of all ironies, the standing of President Obama and those in Washington who currently are the ultimate authority to fix these problems will likely diminish while this economic improvement gains steam.  

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