Topic: Wall Street
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Meet the nine richest self-made women
Forbes has released its annual billionaires list, and nestled among the usual suspects were women who have made or helped make their own fortunes, in industries ranging from television to real estate to clothing. These are the nine richest self-made women on Forbes 2013 Billionaires List.
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Obama or Romney? How 5 undecided voters are making up their minds.
Last month, the Monitor profiled five undecided voters whose allegiances were especially prized because they live in swing states. Now, less than two weeks before Election Day, we check in with them to see what they’re thinking now.
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 3 ways they differ on regulation
Wall Street is a big target – blamed for the financial crisis that led to the Great Recession. Mitt Romney says efforts to rein in financiers via more regulation are an attack on “economic freedom.” President Obama says new regulations would make it “more profitable to play by the rules than to game the system.” Here are three specifics on which the two differ.
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Ron Paul vs. the Federal Reserve: four epic moments
Ron Paul hasn't been the Federal Reserve's only critic, but he ranks among the most consistent and persistent in his charge that the Fed has debased the dollar and destroyed the wealth of Americans.
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Before Stockton: five other big financial crises for US municipalities
Here's a look at some of the most notable financial collapses and near-collapses for US municipalities over the years.
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US unveils new $800 billion plan to loosen credit
The money will go to unfreeze mortgage and consumer lending.
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In Michigan's auto belt, it's nail-biting time
Workers and residents worry that one of the Big Three might not make it.
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Geithner headlines Obama’s economic team of familiar faces
The New York Fed president is known for his insights on ‘90s international crises.
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'Den of Thieves' - classic review from the Monitor archives
Wall Street greed laid bare.
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Prospect of Geithner at Treasury buoys markets. Will it last?
An auto bailout, a second stimulus package, and foreclosure help are on hold as Washington awaits the new administration.
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How deep a recession?
The housing-bubble collapse makes recovery hard to predict.
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In this economy, how can you tell what's for real?
The Monitor's language columnist tries to do her bit for economic literacy.
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National Book Award prizes announced
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Georgia’s US Senate runoff has broader political importance
The post-election vote could tighten Democrats’ grip on Capitol Hill while giving GOP stars a chance to shine.
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Opinion: A road map for Detroit
Don't scrap the US auto industry. Overhaul it. Here's how.
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Why Yahoo's Jerry Yang stepped down
His performance showed that not every start-up whiz can be a turnaround CEO.
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Auto giants up against bailout fatigue
For many lawmakers of both parties, it may be one costly bailout too many.
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Opinion: A new New Deal for America
Obama must act boldly to rescue the American people.
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New lawmakers vow to renounce partisanship
Party leaders are likely to find congressional freshmen more independent than usual.
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Outliers
Malcolm Gladwell examines patterns in the lives of extraordinary achievers.
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State and city budgets falling fast
Shortfalls are beginning to hit local government services across the country.
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New bailout focus: how to fight foreclosures
The government will help homeowners restructure shaky mortgages financed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, but partisan debate looms over how to keep up the aid.
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Financial crisis threatens climate-change momentum
Experts fear the credit crunch will discourage governments worldwide from turning to taxpayers for assistance in climate-change efforts.
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'Traitor to His Class: The Privileged Life and Radical Presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt'
H.W. Brands’s new biography on FDR is detailed, insightful, and reads like a novel.
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Opinion: How Alaska keeps its seas from being overfished
Sound science and a 'catch share' system are key.
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Obama already holds bully pulpit
He’s moving fast to build his governing team, but wants to avoid endorsing the policies of President Bush, whom he visits Monday.
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The Partnership
The history of Goldman Sachs and its rise from Manhattan basement to ‘global juggernaut.’
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For Obama, the economy can't wait
His top priorities are stimulus proposals, the 'G-20' summit, and picking a Treasury chief.
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President-Elect Barack Obama's acceptance speech
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Opinion: What's really burning down the financial house
Derivatives are out of control. Time for adult supervision.
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