Photographer Chris Jordan presents a shocking perspective of consumerism in “Running the Numbers, An American Self-Portrait.” You need to scroll down a bit for the gallery. Here are some examples: Also check out Running the Numbers II. http://chrisjordan.com/
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Running the Numbers
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“G.D.P. R.I.P.”
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In an NYT Op-Ed today, Eric Zencey argues that GDP should be subjected to “creative destruction.” He writes, Creative destruction can apply to economic concepts as well. And this downturn offers an excellent opportunity to get rid of one that has long outlived its usefulness: gross domestic product. G.D.P. is one measure of national income, [...]