Monday: The story that interested me on Monday was the one about states and cities fighting for the stimulus cash. I thought it was interesting how badly people and communities need the money. It really shows how poor the economy is. I also wondered what Durham is doing to acquire stimulus cash, and if UNH is involved in any way.
Tuesday: I was intrigued by the story about the man who returned home to Swat Valley to visit family only to be taken by the Taliban and interrogated as an American spy. It is eye opening to me to hear that someone who lived there before who was simply visiting was treated in such a way. It is a solemn reminder to the volatile state of that area.
Wednesday: The automaker story was the story I focused on for Wednesday. I have always viewed the C.E.Os of the auto making industry slimy, and asking for $14 billion more to bail them out just seems like an awful lot. I am no expert and in truth they may need all of that money, but I've been weary of their intentions ever since they showed up in their private jets to lobby for money.
Thursday: Ending out the week was the story on the bank that was willing to release names of Americans who are expected to be evading taxes. I had never thought of that idea before and it is a bit frightening to think of people doing that. It will be interesting to see how the names are released, and the punishment/fines those people will have to pay to compensate, especially if it has gone on for quite some time.
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