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Snuffysmith

Mar 4 2008, 07:43 AM

Is Bush to Blame for the Economy?

Dean Baker, The American Prospect

Corporate Accountability and WorkPlace: Presidents don't deserve all the blame (or credit) for the economy's performance, but Bush turned a blind eye to the mounting economic crisis.

jeffmoskin

Mar 4 2008, 09:56 AM

QUOTE(Snuffysmith @ Mar 4 2008, 05:43 AM)

Clinton signed the repeal of the Glass-Stegal act, established to keep the banks from making foolish investments. Bush merely continued the folly, and now the banks are all in the toilet.

Clinton also signed the Communications Act of 1996, permitting the six entities that now CONTROL THE MEDIA to do so.

Blame where blame is due,

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