Be it Resolved...

As 2008 dawns, may we resolve the following:

1) That banks will no longer offer sub-prime mortgages to those who can least afford them

2) That car companies cease to run television advertisements that show their products on windy mountain roads, that tell us to "hurry in", and whose illegible terms flash for a mere ten seconds

3) That news media organizations stop confusing celebrity gossip with relevant happenings

4) That "big box" chain stores adequately train their staff on customer service and product knowledge

5) That hope replaces fear, and knowledge replaces ignorance in the White House