Here's a thought on how to rescue GM, Ford and Chrysler from their imminent failure, have the cash rich oil companies - who they have worked so closely with over the years to impede implementation of alternative fuel technologies - write the check.

By Naomi Klein - September 22nd, 2008
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I wrote The Shock Doctrine in the hopes that it would make us all better prepared for the next big shock. Well, that shock has certainly arrived, along with gloves-off attempts to use it to push through radical pro-corporate policies (which of course will further enrich the very players who created the market crisis in the first place...).

Dennis Kucinich one of a minority of Democratic Congressman who voted "NO" on the governments $700 billion bailout Monday. In a press release issued Tuesday, the congressman commented on decision and expressed his concern for protecting the interests of taxpayers.

After watching one of my favorite movies 'Syriana' yet again, I found myself Googling writer/director Stephen Gaghan. The search led me to an interview he did on the Charlie Rose show back in December 2005 as the film prepared to open.

The film is a fascinating look at the complex interrelaionships between our government, corporate interests, high-level lawyers, the wealthy and powerful, and the impacts of their activities on our lives. The interview is a powerful exposé on the real people and events that were part of Mr. Gaghans research for the film.