Americans pay more for a tank of gas today than they do for two years worth of sugar. And taxpayers aren't footing the bill for these low, stable prices because sugar farmers don't receive subsidy checks.

Americans are still worried about rising interest rates and high gasoline prices. That, along with the lingering impact from Hurricane Katrina and ongoing political fights in Washington, seems to be holding back consumer sentiment.

What $1 million is worth today is not the same as it will be worth in 2030.

Bill Gates is worth $97 billion. Ninety-seven billion, that is equal to the net worth of 120 million Americans. How did he get that rich? He ain't that smart.

Today more Americans are imprisoned for drug offenses than for property crimes.

With Americans eating out more frequently today and facing increasing dietary issues, the availability of more nutritious options - not only at home, but also in all types of restaurants - is progressively more important.