Consumer Confidence: Only News When It's Low(er)

The media love to talk about the governments measure of consumer opinion about the economy but only when its terribly low, according to their reports. When it hits highs, broadcast viewers dont hear about it. Just how low or high is the index right now? BMI puts it all in context.

G: ABC shows successful Walgreens distribution center employing disabled
B: Couric proposes that stamps are a safer investment
U: Good Morning America warns recession fears causing a spike in arson