On: The End of the Financial World as We Know It

[thomasmallen]

It's called "yellow journalism." This crap sells right now, and the major news outlets are all over it. Remember all of the "dirty bomb" fearmongering a few years ago?

[gruseom → thomasmallen]

I agree with you in general but disagree about this piece. I think it's much better than you describe, for two reasons: Lewis is a fabulous writer, and the article is more truth-telling than fear-mongering.

[mtw → thomasmallen]

you need this kind of articles to change the system, make sure senators or entrepreneurs see the problem and act upon it.

[thomasmallen → mtw]

Hyperbole and invective are the domains of politicians who use them to great effect. No need for it in a balanced press (wishful thinking).