“I’m optimistic — I think everything I’ve read has said we’re on an uprise, at least a little bit.”

— Jordan Ashley, Kansas University student, Lawrence

“I think it depends on who’s in governmental office.”

— Nadine Milne, residential aide, Lawrence

“I think so, but maybe just because I’m an optimist.”

— Wanda Breeden, administrative assistant, Lawrence

“It’s really hard to say. I think even the so-called experts are making an educated guess.”

— Rich Rodgers,, Vangent employee,, Lawrence