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What the economic crisis means in real terms

John Aravosis summarizes reports from a variety of outlets to present the best picture I have seen on how the economic crisis is affecting various institutions in real terms. Here’s a sample from the Boston Globe: In an example of how fragile credit markets have become, the state of Massachusetts yesterday tried to borrow $400 [...]

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2008 09 30 Dave sociology Comments (3)

If you don't understand the current financial crisis…

…you’re surely not alone. Here are a few of the better explanations I’ve seen. If you have others, please post them. – Houston Chronicle: AIG rescue doesn’t solve basic issues – New Zealand Herald: The credit crisis explained (yes, a foreign perspective is helpful) – MSNBC: What brought down Wall Street? – The Australian: Greater [...]

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2008 09 20 Dave politics
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