Ponzi scheme mastermind Bernard Madoff was handed the maximum sentence of 150 years in federal court Monday after he offered a public apology to the victims of his massive fraud. At 71, he’ll probably never see the light of day, but is that enough in light of his staggering crime? What kind of sentence do you think the judge should have issued?

Have you applied for a loan modification or refinancing under the Obama administration plan? Did you run into roadbloacks or were you able to get a lower monthly payment and avoid foreclosure? We want to hear your experiences.

Are high oil prices a good thing, as they signal a recovering economy? Or will they snuff out any rebound? Post a comment.

Have job cuts at your company left you with more job responsibility but no additional compensation? Have you been doing the job of two or three people? Are you feeling burned out at work? Post a comment and tell us how your job has been affected by layoffs.

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Is $12 an hour a decent starting wage? Would paying more be too much of a burden on U.S. companies, or are they placing the burden on U.S. workers?

How do you think bankruptcies by both Chrysler and GM will affect Detroit and its residents?

The government says this course of action should help the automakers to reemerge stronger and more competitive. Do you think that is possible? Will it hold true for city of Detroit, too?

A reporter could contact you about using your thoughts in an upcoming article on CNNMoney.com.

How high do you think gas prices will reach this summer?

Are you worried about the rising cost of gas?

If gas prices continue to rise, will it impact your family’s travel plans?

The national average price of gas has jumped almost 20 cents in the first half of May.  Are higher gas prices effecting your driving habits? Your plans for a Memorial Day getaway? Or have you yet to increase your driving after reducing last summer, when gas averaged more than $4 per gallon?

A reporter could contact you for an upcoming story.

Do you support the Obama administration’s plan to reduce health care costs? Do you think it will work?

How have you and your family been finding ways to save on healh care?

What is your favorite spot or part of Detroit? What makes you stay, if you’re a resident. Or, what makes you come back to visit, if you’re a tourist or former resident?