Henry Paulson

Earth weather predictions

How high would a carbon tax really have to be to rein in climate change?

Environment

A new report from the London School of Economics claims that the current economic model used to calculate an effective carbon tax underestimates the true cost of climate disruption.A new report from the London School of Economics claims that the current economic model used to calculate an effective carbon tax underestimates the true cost of climate disruption.

No playbook for the bailout

Wall Street Bailout Bill 101

Real-world implications of bailing out Fannie and Freddie

The World

Takeouts: Toyota sends parts, drug violence in Mexico continues, Henry Paulson’s memoir

The World

Expanded bailout plan aims to help out little guys

Global Politics

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson announced an $800 billion rescue plan that includes a commitment of funds to increase the availability of student loans, auto loans and credit cards. Are small and mid-level banks finally getting a bailout of their own?

The World

An orderly bankruptcy may be in the works

Global Politics

The White House confirmed yesterday that Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson was considering an ‘orderly’ bankruptcy to help bail out the auto industry. The Takeaway talks to David Sanger, Chief Washington Correspondent for the New York Times.

The World

After bailout bill fails, Treasury Secretary Paulson goes back to drawing board

Global Politics

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson came into office two years ago with plans to remake the U.S. economy. Instead he’s become enmeshed historic government interventions in the economy — including yesterday’s failed $700 billion dollar bailout proposal.

The World

Q&A with Rep. Barney Frank on the $700 billion bailout proposal

Global Politics

For an update on how the $700 billion bailout package is playing out on the Hill, The Takeaway turns to Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, U.S Representative Barney Frank, who answered your questions.

The World

Your responses: asking for $700 billion with a straight face

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson has asked Americans for $700 billion to bailout financial institutions. This morning The Takeaway asked listeners and readers how they would ask for that much money. How would you ask for $700 billion?