We Are in A Recession Damnit

Keep trying to tell America that MSM. We understand you are trying to get Obama elected. But what is your explanation for retail sales jumping up by the largest amount in 6 months? I thought people were going to save their rebate checks because we are all feeling the pinch of the economy. What is also interesting is people had to drive to those retail places and with high gas prices you would think they would stay home. WEIRD!