It's The Economy Stupid

It's The Economy Stupid

What financial reform won't do for you

Sweeping new rules on banks are meant to protect consumers from greedy lenders. 

But they won't do everything 

Also: 

• Obama touts bill's benefits
• Financial overhaul
• How to fight bank fees

Tax collectors try to take pay cut but can’t

Several Idaho officials wanted to show solidarity with state workers who were having their wages cut.  

Not allowed 

Also: 

• N.Y. turns to taxes, fees
• States in fiscal trouble
• Congress tackles deficit