June 9, 2008 "Indeed, although activity during the current quarter is likely to be weak, the risk that the economy has entered a substantial downturn appears to have diminished over the past month or so." http://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/speech/bernanke20080609a.htm July 15, 2008 "The possibility of higher energy prices, tighter credit conditions, and a still-deeper contraction in housing markets all represent significant downside risks to the outlook for growth." http://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/testimony/bernanke20080715a.htm
I voted a "two", my reasoning is as follows: 1) I believe it is credible that his last name is indeed Bernanke. 2) I believe it is credible that his beard is real.
I voted "0". I'm beginning to think thusly; I have no idea as to the reality of what I'm being shown on TV.