Notes on the New Economy, Part Two.

I'm not saying the economy is in full meltdown.

I know better than that. Look at the trouble The Economist stirred up for America by shooting its mouth off back in 2006.

Besides, just look at the activity all over this part of town. There's still a lot of money to be made — at least in certain sectors.

But you look at those Geek Squad vans driving around town, and you have to wonder if maybe Best Buy has gone just a little bit overboard with the brand extension...