The Fourth By The Numbers - from Forbes.com - according to the National Retail Federation's (NRF) 2007 Independence Day Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey:
- This year Americans will spend over $275 million on hamburgers and hot dogs as they celebrate their nation's Independence. Add in buns, beer and all manner of snacks, and Fourth of July celebrations will set Americans back $2.5 billion.
- 61% of partygoers will partake in a cookout, complete with burgers, dogs and booze.
- The nation will spend $1.1 billion on food and another $429 million on drink this Independence Day.
- Americans will spend $274.2 million this year on charcoal and lighter fluid for their grills.
- Forty-three percent of Americans will enjoy a fireworks display this year, while 10% will take in a parade.
- 61% of the nation has American flags to wave, and 28% have Independence Day decorations. Another 45% more have July Fourth garb (think flag shirts or festive hats) in their closets.
Read this while you listen to the music.
Under The Boardwalk - The Drifters
Summer Romance - The Rolling Stones
Freedom - Jimi Hendrix
Know Your Rights - The Clash
Freedom Jazz Dance - Eddie Harris
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A Deeper Shade Of Soul
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