Daily Archives: February 11, 2009

House, Senate Negotiators Reach Agreement on Stimulus

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Sage

I’m anxious to see the final bill.  Hopefully it is something most Americans can get behind and the country can start to move forward out of this economic mess. By Paul Kane and William Branigin Washington Post Staff Writers Wednesday, … Continue reading →

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Steven Pearlstein – Big Lessons in Finance From a Little Bank You’ve Never Heard Of

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Sage

Yesterday I commented that the Wall Street investors were having a temper tantrum because they didn’t get what they want….unlimited bailout funds with no oversight or demands.  Steven Pearlstein of the Washington Post agrees: By Steven Pearlstein Wednesday, February 11, … Continue reading →

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Bankers challenged to reform system _ quickly

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Sage

I find it surprising that Congress and bankers are so surprised at the outrage of Americans.  I think that’s rather indicative of the American public being too complacent for too long. By JIM KUHNHENN – 2 hours ago WASHINGTON (AP) … Continue reading →

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