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“If it isn’t the most corrupt state in the US, it’s certainly one hell of a competitor.” No, they aren’t talking about Louisiana this time

Illinois Grabs Corruption Title by Jim Beam – The American Press (excerpt) “If it isn’t the most corrupt state in the United States, it’s certainly one hell of a competitor.” No, they aren’t talking about Louisiana this time. That is … Continue reading

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Chamber, AAJ face off over frivolous lawsuit site – Corporate Gangsters want to take away our rights

Corporate Gangsters want to take away our rights.  katy The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has launched a new public awareness campaign aimed to show that frivolous lawsuits are not victimless crimes. A new website called FacesOfLawsuitAbuse.org features videos of workers, business … Continue reading

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UNCOVERED: Federal Bailout Application Form – Get yours in while there’s still some money left!

 Henry Blodget | Dec 3, 08  Our sources have obtained the secret EZ-CASH Federal Bailout Application form (published by Vanity Fair, circulated by Ritholtz). Get yours in while there’s still some money left. clusterstock.alleyinsider.com

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Political Links to Hurricane Katrina’s Memorial Medical Center – by PEU Report-State of the Division

Weeks before Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast, two private equity firms inked a deal for LifeCare Hospitals. GTCR Golder Rauner sold their majority stake to The Carlyle Group. The sale closed before the Category 3 storm sideswiped New Orleans. … Continue reading

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Somali Pirates to acquire Citigroup

December 2, 2008 (hat tip Walnuts) November, 2008 (Bloomberg) — The Somali pirates, renegade Somalis known for hijacking ships for ransom in the Gulf of Aden, are negotiating a purchase of Citigroup. The pirates would buy Citigroup with new debt and … Continue reading

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