Economics

1. Underlying Idea One idea that all of the stories touch on at one time or another, is that when one is not financially well-off, they must sometimes think outside the box (and sometimes outside the law) in order to make end's meet.

2. Love In L.A. - It does not take the reader very long to deduce that Jack is not in the best financial situation. He has no car insurance, and according to his conversation with Mariana, he fills the struggling, dreamer artist archetype pretty closely. (Gilb) - He possesses the ability to be resourceful when it comes to economics. He skillfully maneuvers his way out of finding himself in deep financial trouble during his conversation with Mariana.

3. Latin Night at The Pawn Shop - Pawn shops are a perfect example of financial resourcefulness and of an alternative means for making money when in a less than fortunate financial situation. - Espada uses his own observations to comment on a very relatable idea for the inner-city working class; having to visit the pawn shop to make extra money.

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5. The Red Convertible - Throughout the story, Lyman uses his economic resourcefulness to make money quickly without necessarily belonging to a wealthy background. - "My one talent was I could always make money. I had a touch for it..." says Lyman (Erdrich 1).