American Thrift: A TIME Poll
As the downturn digs in, TIME asked 1,000 Americans how they're feeling, where they're scrimping and what they see in the road ahead. From clipping coupons to raiding our 401(k)s, we're making big changes but still holding on to hope.
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TIME graphic by Feilding Cage
Photos: GETTY (19), ISTOCK (6), GLENN G. HOLLENBECK - US RARE CURRENCY
Photos: GETTY (19), ISTOCK (6), GLENN G. HOLLENBECK - US RARE CURRENCY