Despite Media 'Mythmaking,' Capitalism Didn't Fail

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CNN Reporter: Pollsters 'Perplexed' by Bailout Opposition

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Correspondent suggests new strategy - using 'Main Street Bailout' in lieu of 'Wall Street Bailout.'

Journalists 'Parsing' Economic Words? Not This 'Crisis

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A few in the media act responsibly to set a steady tone, but too many choose Great Depression theme.

Cramer: Bailout Opponents 'Don't Know What They're Talking About

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CNBC host says economic experts calling for patience and calm in rescue package would bring about Great Depression II.

Couric on Bailout Defeat: 'What in the World Are You People Doing

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'CBS Evening News' anchor cites Warren Buffett with over-the-top questioning of House Minority Leader.

McCain Adviser: Treasury Doesn't Need Congress for Bailout

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Holtz-Eakin claims law already allows for $700 billion bailout without congressional authority; CNBC's Burnett disputes claim.

Billion-Dollar Fund Manager Predicts Dow 5,000, Gold

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Prudent Bear Funds director advises viewers of Bloomberg TV to move out of equities, into safer investments.

Bartiromo Says Bailout 'Not About Wall Street Firm

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CNBC host suggest Treasury secretary explain how bailout would help average Americans.

Cramer: Don't Buy Until Dow Hits

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'Mad Money' host blames on politicians, policy makers for not heeding his infamous 2007 rant.

Government Bailout Profit a Myth, Says Merrill Lynch Economist

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

USA Today Plays Up 'Gloomy' Attitudes with Depression Comparison

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

'Your $$$$$' Squabble: Experts Argue over 'Socialist' Bailout

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

Senate Majority Whip Blames Greenspan for Economic Crisis

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

Stephanopoulos Wonders: Did McCain Blow Up Bailout for Credit

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