the national average of $2.28 per gallon is $0.50 less than a month ago and a dollar less than a year ago. but not everybody is putting on their party hat. some analysts are not convinced the economy is really that strong. saying it is actually quite weak and propped up by federal reserve is easy cash flow and low rates. the average consumer has way too much debt household has declined. i think people are overestimating the shape of the consumer and ability to spend. it is all a bubble masquerading as a recovery. many americans may agree. an associated press poll shows 57%, nearly six out of 10 americans rate the economy as poor. first of all let s put it in proper context. we got used to mediocrity after