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Networks Stand with Wisconsin Unions, Ignore $1-3 Trillion Pension Deficit for Five Days

On sixth night of protest coverage, ABC finally notes government pensions underfunded by at least $1,000 billion.

Social Security: Government 'Ponzi' Scheme Turns 75 with $41 Billion Shortfall

Social Security with its 'trust fund' of IOUs is in serious fiscal trouble, but you wouldn't guess it from the mainstream news media.

Media Ignore Contradiction between Obama's Middle Class Giveaways, Spending 'Freeze'

With State of the Union address imminent, the press downplays costs, finds little economic criticism of proposals designed to recapture middle class support.

NBC Contradicts Itself on New Bill to Protect Consumer; May Hurt Students Trying To Establish a Good Credit Score

'Today's' Money Panel: Recommends Plastic in Moderation as Congress Makes it Harder for People under 21 to Get Credit Cards.

Tax 'Cuts,' Tax Hikes, Media Back Obama Either Way

Cable and network news applaud Obama's stimulus bill for 'tax breaks,' but barely explain president's proposed tax hikes in the 2010 budget.

Despite Calls for Resignation, Media Support Geithner

Networks gloss over Treasury Secretary's shortcomings and defend him in contrast to treatment of Bush's Cabinet.

Former Fed Bank President Warns More Regulation Will Have Consequences

William Poole explains overreaching regulation will drive some financial instruments underground.

Krugman: Government Should Spend $600 Billion to Solve Economic Woes

Nobel Prize-winning NY Times columnist tells CNBC government should allocate 4 percent of GDP for 'stimulus.'

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of 'Free' Health Care

Every new 'right' the U.S. government has promised has turned into a massively expensive failure, yet the media continue to cheer supporters of tax-funded programs.

Trade Secrets

Lou Dobbs Tonight Hides Good News Behind Negative View of Free Market
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