There are many figures to look at in home sales. One of the most important figures is that surrounding previously occupied homes. New home sales do not give a very accurate look into the economy, or the home buyers market. Think of new car sales; just a… more »

So the SEC is treating the AIG bailout details like they are a matter of National Security. Reuters is sticking its neck out with this one. I wonder why it is that nearly everything that happens in Washington these days is a secret. Fed deals are secret… more »

This story completely blows me away! If you ever wondered why the White House didn't divulge information about the capture of the Christmas day "Under Pants Bomber" here is why. Since the attempted bombing, several prominent lawmakers have argued h… more »

It is a great day when the United States Supreme Court makes a decision based on Constitutional Law --and actually upholds The Constitution! McCain-Feingold limited the free speech rights of corporations, and private individuals by limiting how much… more »

I can't figure out why the president is threatening to tax banks who award their employees with bonuses? The "financial crisis responsibility fee" would target major institutions. It would be levied on those that were the main contributors to the f… more »