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“Most Dangerous Bailout of All” Avoided

February 23rd, 2009 | 1 Comment | Posted in News by Tim Manni

On February 3 we wrote a post that reported on the possible bailout of two Philadelphia newspapers using state funds. We questioned that if the bailout was approved, could it become “the most dangerous bailout of all?” Newspapers — which exist as a fair and honest critic of the government — could quickly turn into a mouthpiece for the government.

That dilemma was avoided yesterday when the company which owns the papers filed for Chapter 11: Read the rest of this entry »

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The Most Dangerous Bailout of All?

February 3rd, 2009 | Leave a Comment | Posted in News by Tim Manni

We have seen the government aid given to financial institutions come with a lot of excess baggage and political influence (recall Citi’s controversial change of heart regarding their support of mortgage cramdowns). Government interaction in the marketplace has already begun to alter the natural flow and structure of things. But the latest bailout idea may be the most dangerous of all.

A idea being floated in Pennsylvania is to use state funding to prop up two failing newspapers. Philadelphia Media Holdings — the company which owns the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News — is in default on its loans. Reports say their owner went “hat in hand” to PA Governor Ed Rendell looking for help: Read the rest of this entry »

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HSH.com's daily blog focuses on the latest developments in the mortgage and housing markets. Our mission is to relate how changes in mortgage rates and housing policy, as well as the latest financial news, impacts consumers, homebuyers and industry insiders alike. Our 30-plus years of experience in the mortgage industry gives us an edge as we break down the latest changes in an ever-changing market.

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Tim Manni is the Managing Editor of HSH.com and the author of their daily blog, which concentrates on the latest developments in the mortgage and housing markets.

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