Does an income of $300,000 make someone rich? (Congress, Glenn Beck, claims)

[nvxplorer]

Originally Posted by shorebaby

I would never accept a government bailout. Look at the shackles the TARP recipients are in it simply isn't worth it. If I wanted to work for the government I would.

Shackles? The banks have reported record earnings. They don't seem very shackled.

[shorebaby]

Originally Posted by saganista

Chapter 11 IS government help...

Nope it is a market mechanism to reorganize. But nice try.

[shorebaby]

Originally Posted by nvxplorer

Shackles? The banks have reported record earnings. They don't seem very shackled.

Mmmm ask the folks at city what they think of their compensation or perhaps AIG.

http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssF...54704620090615

[CosmicWizard]

shorebaby wrote:

Mmmm ask the folks at city what they think of their compensation or perhaps AIG.

Since you are suggesting that we ask these folks about their compensation, I'm wondering what they told you when you asked them. Do you have their phone numbers or email addresses?

[shorebaby]

Originally Posted by CosmicWizard

shorebaby wrote:

Mmmm ask the folks at city what they think of their compensation or perhaps AIG.

Since you are suggesting that we ask these folks about their compensation, I'm wondering what they told you when you asked them. Do you have their phone numbers or email addresses?

WRAPUP 1-Citigroup says TARP hurts ability to keep talent | Industries | Financial Services & Real Estate | Reuters

* Chairman says bank at competitive disadvantage

I am sure his number is published if you have further questions.

[CosmicWizard]

shorebaby....I asked you what they told you, not what they told the media.

[shorebaby]

Originally Posted by CosmicWizard

shorebaby....I asked you what they told you, not what they told the media.

Told me and you and anyone who cared to learn, through the media!

[CosmicWizard]

shorebaby....Apparently you ar not willing to practice what you preach. In an earlier post you suggested that we ask the folks at city what they think of their compensation, yet you yourself have not done so. I bet they're making more than $300K!

[shorebaby]

Originally Posted by CosmicWizard

shorebaby....Apparently you ar not willing to practice what you preach. In an earlier post you suggested that we ask the folks at city what they think of their compensation, yet you yourself have not done so. I bet they're making more than $300K!

Ah but I have! And I am told they can't be competitive with other banks that do not have to pay attention to the special pay master. I am giving you a homework assignment Google Phibro.

[Bluesmama]

The money people make the "higher" they live. I have a friend (no children) whose net take-home is $4000 and yet he pisses 'n' moans about being broke.