currencies. what could he do to strengthen the dollar? interest rates would have to go up. that would slow the economy, you would see. the man is in a blind. later on this morning, we ll find out that the economy really is slowing down, much less than 2% growth. at the same time, you ve got this nasty inflation problem, ben bernanke is trying to put a brave face on things. yeah, ok, so people out there, listening about inflation and things going up and down. they don t understand. they understand everything across the board food wise cost a lot more. when you go to the gas station, you have to see a loan officer. as of this morning, the average for regular gas in america is almost $3.89. it s gone up, i think, 37 straight days. diesel at $4.14. gasoline in california is $4.23. close to $430 in chicago. the feeling that s temporary is not something you believe in but at varney & company, you ll be talking about.