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Thursday, September 18, 2008 12:00 AM

McCain: How not to explain a meltdown

In a speech on "financial reform," the candidate points the finger at the wrong target.
Andrew Leonard

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  • Thursday, September 18, 2008 01:44 PM

    Another trifling quibble...

    "Derivatives markets flourished, and a lot of people made a lot of money."

    Isn't this a bit more accurate?

    "Derivatives markets flourished, and a [small number] of people made a [great deal] of money."

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