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Cramer: Bailout Opponents 'Don't Know What They're Talking About'

10/1/2008 10:43 AM ET
CNBC host says economic experts calling for patience and calm in rescue package would bring about Great Depression II.

Couric on Bailout Defeat: 'What in the World Are You People Doing?'

9/30/2008 5:10 PM ET
'CBS Evening News' anchor cites Warren Buffett with over-the-top questioning of House Minority Leader.

McCain Adviser: Treasury Doesn't Need Congress for Bailout

9/30/2008 4:45 PM ET
Holtz-Eakin claims law already allows for $700 billion bailout without congressional authority; CNBC's Burnett disputes claim.

Billion-Dollar Fund Manager Predicts Dow 5,000, Gold $2,000

9/30/2008 3:48 PM ET
Prudent Bear Funds director advises viewers of Bloomberg TV to move out of equities, into safer investments.

Bartiromo Says Bailout 'Not About Wall Street Firm'

9/30/2008 10:46 AM ET
CNBC host suggest Treasury secretary explain how bailout would help average Americans.

Cramer: Don't Buy Until Dow Hits 8,200

9/29/2008 7:44 PM ET
'Mad Money' host blames on politicians, policy makers for not heeding his infamous 2007 rant.

Government Bailout Profit a Myth, Says Merrill Lynch Economist

9/29/2008 3:04 PM ET
CNBC analyst cites IMF report and explains history of banking crises show they cost 13 percent of GDP.

USA Today Plays Up 'Gloomy' Attitudes with Depression Comparison

9/29/2008 1:44 PM ET
Newspaper reports poll showing 33 percent say U.S. economy is in Depression.

'Your $$$$$' Squabble: Experts Argue over 'Socialist' Bailout

9/29/2008 12:37 PM ET
Peter Schiff blasts government for intervening in markets and argues against bailout while Stephen Leeb promotes Congressional plan.

Senate Majority Whip Blames Greenspan for Economic Crisis

9/26/2008 6:11 PM ET
Sen. Durbin claims former Fed chief's support of Bush tax cuts and unwillingness to use regulatory authority are causes of troubled economy.

Stephanopoulos Wonders: Did McCain Blow Up Bailout for Credit?

9/26/2008 2:33 PM ET
Media join Democrats to question GOP nominee's motives in suspending campaign to focus on financial issues.

Lauer Asks if Foreclosure Buyers Tempting 'Bad Karma'

9/26/2008 1:59 PM ET
'Today' host uses advice segment to question whether homebuyers are tempting fate with 'misfortune' of others.

Bloomberg Analyst: $700 Billion Bailout Could Balloon to $5 Trillion

9/26/2008 11:09 AM ET
Marc Faber Ltd. director calls initial cost estimates a 'drop in the bucket,' says real solution is to bring down overleveraging.

CNBC: Congressional Republicans 'Hate Wall Street'

9/25/2008 3:54 PM ET
Correspondent says conservative resistance to bailout plan is partially over campaign contributions to Democrats.

Cramer Calls for a Global Bailout of AIG, Blames European Banks

9/25/2008 2:18 PM ET
CNBC host says Bush needs to 'pass the hat' to other nations to salvage 'fate of the western banks.'

Cramer Predicts 2,000-Point Dow Drop if Bailout Not Passed

9/25/2008 12:57 PM ET
'Mad Money' host tells Bernanke and Paulson to dumb down rhetoric or it's 'Great Depression Part 2.'

Brokaw Presents Economic Worst-Case Scenario to Bill Gates

9/25/2008 11:50 AM ET
Former 'Nightly News' anchor asks about Great Depression worries; Microsoft's technology titan remains positive about the U.S economy.

Media Mum on Barney Frank's Fannie Mae Love Connection

9/25/2008 3:29 AM ET
Democratic House Financial Services Committee Chair promoted GSEs while former 'spouse' was Fannie Mae executive.

Media Mum on Barney Frank's Fannie Mae Love Connection

9/24/2008 4:00 PM ET
Democratic House Financial Services Committee Chair promoted GSEs while former 'spouse' was Fannie Mae executive.

Networks, Once Silent on Fannie Mae, Blame Capitalism for Debacle

9/24/2008 3:10 PM ET
In 2005, 2008 TV journalists wouldn't criticize GSEs; now reporters blame deregulation, GOP.

Flake's Banking Crisis Bailout Alternative: Capital-Gains Tax Holiday

9/24/2008 2:11 PM ET
Arizona congressman and earmark hawk proposes lower taxes to improve liquidity in financial markets versus blank check.

Book Review: Toxic Arguments

9/24/2008 1:55 PM ET
'Poisoned Profits: The Toxic Assault on Our Children' by Philip and Alice Shabecoff

Friedman on Bailout: Gov't Should Mandate Green Construction

9/24/2008 1:38 PM ET
New York Times columnist says ownership from $700 billion bailout of Wall Street should force environmental initiatives.

Melting, Melting ... Well, Not Exactly

9/24/2008 1:34 PM ET
Predictions of an ice-free Arctic prove to be just a lot of hot air.

CNN's 'Emergency Edition' Optimistic About America's Financial Future

9/23/2008 12:17 PM ET
CNN's Romans calls for end to 'overindulgence,' advocates personal responsibility for financial problems on 'In the Money.'

CNBC: McCain Campaign 'Over-the-Top' for Pointing Out NYT Bias

9/23/2008 11:04 AM ET
John Harwood portrays McCain strategy as a distraction stemming from 'frustration' on MSNBC's 'Countdown.'

'Nightly News:' McCain Cuts Taxes for Rich, Obama for Many

9/23/2008 10:15 AM ET
CNBC's Quintanilla gives favorable coverage to the Democratic presidential candidate, claiming McCain 'could make the federal deficit and national debt even worse.'

'World News' Cites Anti-Corporate Flicks in Banking Report

9/23/2008 9:34 AM ET
Segment includes populist angle bashing wealthy lifestyles, quotes 'Bonfire of the Vanities' and 'Wall Street.'

CNBC: Obama Says Race Might Be Factor to 'Overcome'

9/22/2008 5:28 PM ET
Democratic presidential candidate says people will ask 'Can this guy help me' achieve American dream; repeats medias Great Depression theme.