Matt S. recommended this editorial: The United Ponzi States of America
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It’s time to pray for global warming, says Flint Journal columnist John Tomlinson. (Thanks to Rich C. for the link.)
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Stephen S. suggested this editorial: If the state can’t save us, we need a licence to print our own money. Meanwhile, Ben H. sent this: [UK] Reform plan raises fears of Bank secrecy. The article begins: ” The Bank of England will be able to print extra money without having legally to declare it under new plans which will heighten fears that the Government will secretly pump extra cash into the economy.” And Cheryl sent us the following bits of news and commentary: Will China Lead the World Into Depression? — Asian Economic Woes Grow — Sony Looking at $4 Billion Loss — Is Britain Facing Bankruptcy? — Fed Manipulating Market Prices, Gold, Oil and Bonds — Gold Safe Haven as US and UK Head for Bond Default and Devaluation — Gold to Gain Through 2012, Morgan Stanley Forecasts — Jobless Claims Increased Sharply Last Week — Foodbanks Struggling to Meet Demand