Geithner Says U.S. Will ‘Never’ Lose Aaa Debt Rating

Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner said the U.S. is in no danger of losing its Aaa debt rating even though the Obama administration has predicted a $1.6 trillion budget deficit in 2010. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Fred Gatlin - Feb 8, 2010 - 1:55 AM PST
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Fred Gatlin
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by Fred Gatlin - Feb. 8, 2010

This is an interesting article with quotes from Treasury Secretary Geithner. His quotes include a word that raises my concerns. Never is an overly strong word. Using it raises concerns. If anyone thinks broadly, this word should not be used.

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Richard Riehl
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by Richard Riehl - Feb. 9, 2010

A good overview of the administration's view of the issue, but the lack of expert sources, either supporting or opposing that view raises more questions than answers for the reader. Not an example of quality journalism.

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David Patterson
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by David Patterson - Feb. 8, 2010

This article in such a direct, understated style lays it all out just what's the reality of America's shanghaied financial existence

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