CNBC analyst cites IMF report and explains history of banking crises show they cost 13 percent of GDP.

Newspaper reports poll showing 33 percent say U.S. economy is in Depression.

Peter Schiff blasts government for intervening in markets and argues against bailout while Stephen Leeb promotes Congressional plan.

Sen. Durbin claims former Fed chief's support of Bush tax cuts and unwillingness to use regulatory authority are causes of troubled economy.

Media join Democrats to question GOP nominee's motives in suspending campaign to focus on financial issues.

'Today' host uses advice segment to question whether homebuyers are tempting fate with 'misfortune' of others.

Marc Faber Ltd. director calls initial cost estimates a 'drop in the bucket,' says real solution is to bring down overleveraging.

Correspondent says conservative resistance to bailout plan is partially over campaign contributions to Democrats.

CNBC host says Bush needs to 'pass the hat' to other nations to salvage 'fate of the western banks.'

'Mad Money' host tells Bernanke and Paulson to dumb down rhetoric or it's 'Great Depression Part 2.'

Former 'Nightly News' anchor asks about Great Depression worries; Microsoft's technology titan remains positive about the U.S economy.

Democratic House Financial Services Committee Chair promoted GSEs while former 'spouse' was Fannie Mae executive.

Democratic House Financial Services Committee Chair promoted GSEs while former 'spouse' was Fannie Mae executive.

In 2005, 2008 TV journalists wouldn't criticize GSEs; now reporters blame deregulation, GOP.