The bailout bill didn't pass. Is it the end of the world. Hardly, the markets are rallying strongly today. Congress called Wall Street's bluff and so far, all is well. Stay tuned.
"I believe the country faces a critical crossroad and that the decisions that are made or not made within the next 10 years or so will have a profound effect on the future of our country, our children and our grandchildren. The problem gets bigger every day, and the tidal wave gets closer every day." - David Walker, comptroller general Aug. 2005
