How strong is America's economy

Many are speculating a double-dip recession. Many are still without a job. It's been a hard couple of years for a lot of Ameicans. I've seen lay-offs after lay-offs after lay-offs. Perharps the result of living in an industrial town. I saw the rise of Cash advance places preying on poor Joe. With high interest rates, these short term loans should the last resort. But oh well, it feels like it's always the last resort for most people. Now I see title car loans becoming popular. I wonder what's next???