Here in flyover country, there is a temptation to a certain schadenfreude about the problems besetting the state of California. Years of hearing about sunshine, scenery, science, beaches, mountains, movie stars and cheap education at terrific public universities can’t help…
The Obama speech: The people liked it, the markets didn't.
On Wednesday, the day after President Barack Obama appeared before Congress to outline his hyper-ambitious economic recovery to the nation, the financial markets opened 1 to 2 points lower. The Libertarian Party…
American automakers Chrysler and General Motors are asking for more government aid in their attempt to become “going concerns” again.
GM is expected to release its plan after 6 p.m. today. Chrysler is expected to follow. Both are required by the…
