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Bail out money equals famous spokesman?

scorpiobabes @scorpiobabes (7225) • United States 21 Nov 09

I have NO respect for GM (the automaker). Of the Big 3, Ford has been the strongest financially; Chrysler had some great products; but GM was in the worst shape of the three. How could they justify travelling to BEG for money in...

celebrity spokespeople

spending stimulus money stupidly

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Would YOU Buy a Vehicle From a Bankrupt Company?

anniepa @anniepa (27955) • United States 8 Dec 08

Let's play a game of "Let's Pretend" for a few moments here; let's pretend there isn't a heated debate going on as to whether or not any or all of the Big 3 Auto manufacturers should be bailed out. Let's pretend the economy...

chapter 7 bankruptcy

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$15 Billion for the Big 3 is Possible.

dfranz2 @dfranz2 (49) • United States 6 Dec 08

I guess that it is inevitable that Congress will approve some sort of a loan to the automakers in Detroit. They will do it, it seems, but with much scrutiny and oversight I am sure. But will $15 billion even scratch the...

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Congress votes for New Energy Bill

mizrae @mizrae (587) • United States 22 Jun 07

I, for one, am not impressed with this bill. First, congress voted in a "sweeping new energy bill, mandating all cars and light weight trucks have a 35MPG fuel efficiency by 2020" Second, they shot down any tax credits for those...

new energy bill

new fuel efficiency standards

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