Archive for November, 2008

What the 2008 bailouts really cost

Written by Michael Vass
I had some extra time today so I decided to take a look at what has happened this year. I wanted to go back and take a look at the various buyouts and bailouts that the Government has backed, and the promises made so far. And the numbers are horrendous.
The main focus [...]

Obama’s new economic team - better or worse than now?

Written by Michael Vass
Finally we have seen President-elect Obama stick by a campaign promise. It took long enough. I am of course referring to the nomination of the Treasury Secretary position today. Tim Geithner will replace Paulson and Larry Summers will lead the National Economic Council, which is a positive to a degree.
I had remarked [...]

Couple Links: adult game launch and review

Written by Michael Vass
If you watch the news in recent weeks you might believe that the economy is singing a death knell. You might think that every small business in America is on the verge of failing. And if you happen to be Black or a woman, the major media would have you believe that [...]

President Obama’s first 100 days: a prediction

Submitted by <b><i><a href=”http://www.mvass.com”>Michael Vass</a></i></b>
Ok, now that the Obama election win inspired drunkenness has passed the question for many is what is he going to do. Fantastic speeches, and pointing fingers at the past are wonderful ways to get elected, but mean nothing when you need to lead. What can we discern now?
 
Well we know [...]