Tag Archives: AIG

Warning…this post could make your head explode (I think mine just did)

Posted on March 27, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day:     “I would not give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity, but I would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity.”     –Oliver Wendell Holmes TB … Continue reading →

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A Conversation With the AIG Crime Family Boss

Posted on March 17, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day:     “The actions of men are the best interpreters of their thoughts.”     –James Joyce ed. note. For another take on the AIG bonus fiasco, check out Supercynic’s blog by clicking here to the Daily … Continue reading →

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Staring Blankly Into That Good Night

Posted on March 3, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day:     “A poor life this if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare.”     –W.H. Davies, from Leisure I read today that fiscally conservative Republican United States Senators Thad Cochran and Roger … Continue reading →

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TB’s Guide to Life (in the event of a Second Great Depression)

Posted on September 17, 2008 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day     “When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.”     Franklin D. Roosevelt The U.S. Government this week “bailed out” the largest insurance company in the United States, AIG, … Continue reading →

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