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13.12.2009, 09:10 3 comments

UK government too tough on banks?

The UK government has issued a one-time 50% tax on bank bonuses that are worth over £25,000. Lori “The Resident” Harfenist has asked New Yorkers if they think it is fair.

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05.04.2009, 10:24 1 comment

G20 meeting – helpful or just a waste of time?

World leaders met in London on April, 2 in an attempt to find a way out of the world economic crisis, but did the meeting of minds actually solve the world's financial problems, or was it just a waste of time?

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06.12.2009, 12:19 2 comments

Are you scared of becoming unemployed?

This year has seen US unemployment levels rise to a staggering 15 million. 'The Resident', Lori Harfenist, took to the streets of New York to find out what people really feel about the current situation.

26.09.2010, 09:58 7 comments

Why is US poverty level so high? People in NYC point their blaming finger

Who or what is to blame for the growing level of poverty in America, which already is at its highest in over 50 years? Lori “The Resident” Harfenist has been assessing people's views on the current US economic situation.

22.03.2009, 08:46 1 comment

Are radical ideas that radical?

For the past decade Texas Congressman Ron Paul has been a radical voice warning that the US economy is about to collapse. He's been marginalized and even ridiculed, though. Why are people afraid to hear radical ideas?

05.09.2010, 10:55 3 comments

Should the taxpayer help Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac out?

Despite being handed billions of dollars in 2008, the two biggest US home loan agencies are still getting massive government handouts. Lori “The Resident” Harfenist asked New Yorkers if taxpayers should keep them afloat.

18.01.2009, 15:18

Are governments coping with the crisis?

As governments around the world seem convinced they need to spend their way out of the global economic crisis, independent New York web-journalist Lori Harfenist asks people whether they consider the measures effective.

Bernard Madoff

15.03.2009, 08:56

Should Madoff get what he deserves?

Bernard Madoff has already appealed his sentence and is now seeking release until he is sentenced. The Resident, Lori Harfenist, finds out what the people of New York think about the fraudster’s plea.

28.03.2010, 10:12

Should people pay more taxes to get out of the crisis?

As the economic crisis continues to take its toll in America, some people object to paying high income taxes to try and help out.

23.02.2009, 21:37

Can the government be trusted in economic crisis?

With almost $US 800 billion to stimulate the economy, many wonder if the US government can be trusted to spend the money wisely.

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As the global meltdown deepens, people's attitudes towards money is changing. The Resident, Lori Harfenist, takes to the streets of New York to find out whether the Big Apple believes in the dollar’s bright future.

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08.03.2009, 10:37

Making ultimate sacrifice to celebrate Women's Day

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