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Most of us will say good riddance to 2008 tonight. A tough year that saw record unemployment, plunging home prices, a credit crisis, world wide stock market collapse and retirement saving dwindle as many 401k's became 201k's. A bitter and lengthy 2008 Presidential election did nothing to bring the country closer together. Everyone is ready to let ... Full story

With its shares plummeting from a 12 month high of $89+ to a recent low of $8 the MGM Grand has decided to cash in a few chips and is selling one of its featured properties, Treasure Island to Phil Ruffin. The move will raise $775 million and MGM should book a sizable gain on ... Full story

This weeks outrage of the week is a tough pick with accusations of Senate seats for sale and the auto bailout stalling in the Senate, and wall streets scandals but this weeks winner are those greedy drug companies. The ones who put profits and sales before the health and safety of the public. On the ... Full story

Some lucky enterprising company was able to scoop up GeorgeWBushLibrary.com when web developers who were chosen to build the site let it expire. The library had purchased the domain for $3000 originally. At the time of purchase the domain only had a few months left until expiration. Instead of renewing it at the time of ... Full story

With hope and change running wild it was time for a change at Mudac. We have been busy since the presidential election and hope you will enjoy the new theme. We will attempt to cover issues with a unbiased opinion except for the editorial section.  Feel free to leave your opinions or comments on any ... Full story

President Bush declared Saturday that the war in Iraq is on its way to being won. The Iraq security pact agreed to will see 150,000 troops out by 2011. With violence down most people in Iraq and the United States are wanting troops levels to be decreased. Bush said, "Only a few years ago, such an agreement ... Full story

Well it looks like the basic agreement on a auto bailout is in place. Under the deal automakers will receive approximately $15 billion in loans to solve their cash flow problems. In return for the money auto makers must agree to certain terms and overhaul themselves. If  companies fail to live up to their commitments ... Full story

Well its doubtful with most retailers likely to receive a lump of coal in their stocking for Christmas. Most investors would just be happy to see their investments stop falling as many a 401k has turned into a 201k. The Market has rallied hard both Friday and into Monday as traders are hoping the dark ... Full story

Sarah Palin is already being vetted to run for President in 2012 by one of McCain's top advisers. In an interview he said that Sarah should get it while the getting is good. Sarah Palin, of course, ran as McCain's running mate and gave the campaign the surge they needed right after the Republican convention. ... Full story