One of the most
significant effects of the recession is that baby boomer savings, in the forms of bonds and stock dividends, have largely collapsed, and pensions, where they do exist, have been eroded.
Collectively, the economic impact
of the four achievement gaps we studied is
significant — comparable, in their
effect on the US economy, to
recessions since the 1970s (Exhibit 2).
Actual results may differ materially from those expected because
of various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the continuing
effects of the U.S.
recession and global credit environment, other changes in general economic and industry conditions, the award or loss
of significant client assignments, timing
of contracts, recruiting and new business solicitation efforts, currency fluctuations, and other factors affecting the financial health
of our clients.